FBOs at San Fernando Airport SADF

City threat summary

SAEZ maintains an ASTORISK rating of 2 - MODERATE due to persistent petty crime and opportunistic theft in the Buenos Aires metropolitan area, particularly affecting transport hubs and tourist zones.

Recent FCDO and DFAT advisories highlight ongoing concerns about pickpocketing and bag-snatching around airports and public transport, with criminal activities targeting visitors.

Although previous targeted criminal operations like the "taxi mafia" at Ezeiza have been disbanded following increased enforcement, general security conditions remain at moderate risk levels.

Country overview

Argentina presents a low overall security environment for travelers, with the U.S. Department of State, UK FCDO, and Government of Canada all advising normal precautions nationwide.

The primary risks are opportunistic petty crime in tourist areas and urban centres, and elevated criminal activity linked to drug trafficking in Rosario and the tri-border area near Puerto Iguazú.

President Javier Milei's ongoing austerity programme under La Libertad Avanza continues to generate periodic general strikes and public demonstrations, which can disrupt transport and commerce but have not produced sustained instability.

Macroeconomic conditions are gradually improving, with inflation declining and growth resuming, though social pressures remain visible.

Higher-risk locations nearby

• Rosario SAAR ELEVATED