Buenos Aires, Argentina — Retirement Guide

Overview

Paris of South America with tango, steak, wine, and European architecture.

Cost of Living

• $1,500/mo for a single
• $2,300/mo for a couple
• $600/mo for a 2-bedroom apartment
• Healthcare: ~$180/month

Climate

Climate type: temperate. Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

Healthcare & Safety

Healthcare quality rating: 4/5. Safety rating: 3/5. Overall rating: 4/5.

Language & Expat Community

Primary language: Spanish. English proficiency: low. Expat community rating: 4/5.

Visa

Retirement visa or rentista visa

Top Attractions

• Tango
• La Boca
• Palermo
• Opera house

Signature Dish: Asado

Traditional Argentine barbecue with various cuts of beef cooked over wood fire.

Pros

• Affordable
• Rich culture
• European feel
• Great food

Cons

• Economic instability
• Spanish needed
• Crime in areas

Best For

• culture lovers
• foodies
• adventurous

Getting There from the US

Buenos Aires has nonstop flights from JFK. Ezeiza airport is about a 45-minute drive or bus ride to the city center.

Total travel time: ~13-15 hours total

• Fly NYC (JFK) → Buenos Aires (EZE) — ~11 hours nonstop