One kiss, always
One kiss on the right cheek for everyone — men greeting men, women greeting women, everyone greeting everyone. Even in business settings. Not kissing hello is cold.
🤝 Etiquette in Argentina
Etiquette in Argentina is mostly invisible until you break it. Greetings, gestures, dining manners and the social cues locals expect are worth learning before you arrive.
In Argentina, etiquette comes down to a few things: one kiss, always, arriving on time is early, and talk politics and football.
Arriving on time is early
Social events: 30–60 minutes late is standard. Dinner party at 9pm? Show up at 9:45. Business meetings are more punctual but still flexible.
Talk politics and football
Unlike many cultures, Argentines love debating politics, football, and philosophy. Passionate disagreement is bonding. Just don't insult Maradona.