For Argentine citizens in this part of Spain, the Consulate General of Argentina in Barcelona is the first address for passports and civil status matters.
Contact Details
| Address | Passeig de Gràcia, 11, 2º, 08007 Barcelona, Spain |
| Telephone | +34 933 041 200 |
| Fax | +34 93 304 12 01 |
| cbarc@cancilleria.gob.ar | |
| Website | cbarc.cancilleria.gob.ar |
| Head of Mission | Rossana Cecilia Surballe, Consul General |
| Consular district | Aragon, Catalonia, the Valencian Community and Andorra (the Balearic Islands belong to the consulate in Palma) |
Opening Hours
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 08:30 - 14:00 |
| Tuesday | 08:30 - 14:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:30 - 14:00 |
| Thursday | 08:30 - 14:00 |
| Friday | 08:30 - 14:00 |
Opening hours according to the consulate’s official website (checked October 2026). Visits by appointment only. Closed on public holidays.
Location of the Consulate
Before your visit
The consulate general is at Passeig de Gràcia, 11, 2º, 08007 Barcelona.
- Opening hours: Monday to Friday 08:30–14:00, according to the consulate’s official website (checked October 2026).
- Appointment: required – see the consulate’s website.
- Good to know: Emergency mobile (emergencies only): +34 696 454 723.
- Bring: your passport or ID card, plus originals and copies of the documents for your application.
About the Argentine consulate general
The consulate general provides consular services for Argentine citizens living in Barcelona and the surrounding regions of Spain. According to the Spanish consular list, Rossana Cecilia Surballe heads the office as consul general since July 2022. The Spanish list names 6 consular officials for this post. With this office, Argentina has 6 career consular posts across Spain. The office is located in the province of Barcelona, in Catalonia. Distance to the Argentine Embassy in Madrid: about 505 km. According to its website, the consulate general is responsible for Aragon, Catalonia, the Valencian Community and Andorra (the Balearic Islands belong to the consulate in Palma).
Consular services
Typical services include:
- Argentine passports and emergency travel documents
- Registration of births, marriages and deaths
- Certification of documents and signatures
- Powers of attorney and notarial acts
- Citizenship and civil register matters
Documents checklist
The most frequent applications and the documents the Argentine authorities ask for:
Argentine passport (application abroad)
- Only Argentines resident in the consulate’s jurisdiction can apply for the ordinary (RENAPER) passport there
- Book an appointment and attend in person – biometric data are taken
- An up-to-date DNI (original)
- Your previous passport, or a police report if it was lost or stolen
- The passport is printed in Argentina and sent to the consulate, where you collect it; express passports are not available abroad
- For an urgent return: a provisional passport valid for 60 days, only for travel to Argentina
Sources: Government of Argentina (argentina.gob.ar) – applying for an Argentine passport abroad (checked October 2026). Requirements and fees can change and individual posts may ask for more – confirm the current list with the consulate before your visit.
Do I need an appointment?
Yes. According to the consulate’s official website, visits are by appointment only; the website explains how to book.
Visa and entry information for Spanish citizens
Spanish citizens do not need a visa for short tourist stays in Argentina (up to 90 days). The Spanish DNI identity card is not accepted; a valid passport is required. Spanish travel advice lists no specific restrictions for trips to Argentina. Details: Spanish travel advice (Recomendaciones de viaje).
Closing days
The consulate general is closed on Spanish public holidays as well as on the Argentine national day, 25 May. Regional holiday in Catalonia: the National Day of Catalonia (La Diada) (11 September). Around Holy Week and Christmas, call ahead.
Emergency assistance
Argentine nationals in urgent need of help can call +34 933 041 200. Help is available for lost passports, arrests and serious accidents, but not for legal fees or travel costs. In Spain, the general emergency number is 112.
Where else is Argentina represented in Spain?
Argentina in Spain
- Madrid – Embassy of Argentina
- Barcelona – Consulate General (this page)
- Madrid – Consulate General
- Vigo – Consulate General
- Cádiz – Consulate
- Palma de Mallorca – Consulate
- Santa Cruz de Tenerife – Consulate
Frequently asked questions about the Consulate General of Argentina in Barcelona
Where is the Argentine consulate general in Barcelona?
At Passeig de Gràcia, 11, 2º, 08007 Barcelona.
What is the phone number of the Argentine consulate general in Barcelona?
+34 933 041 200.
Who heads the Argentine consulate general in Barcelona?
Rossana Cecilia Surballe, Consul General, according to the Spanish Foreign Ministry’s consular list.
Is the Barcelona consulate general responsible for me?
It serves Aragon, Catalonia, the Valencian Community and Andorra (the Balearic Islands belong to the consulate in Palma).
What are the opening hours of the Argentine consulate general in Barcelona?
Monday to Friday 08:30–14:00, by appointment, according to the consulate’s website (October 2026).
Do Spanish citizens need a visa for Argentina?
No, not for short tourist stays (up to 90 days) – check the Spanish travel advice before booking.
Details checked on 9 October 2026. Sources: official website of the consulate general (checked October 2026), Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Lista Consular (as of 30 September 2026), Spanish travel advice for Argentina. Rules and opening hours can change. Confirm with the consulate before your visit.
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