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Old Jan 18, 2023 | 10:50 am
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Originally Posted by SAPMAN
Thanks everyone for the data points. Looks like I will use Visa or Mastercard as well as send some money to myself via Western Union. I guess I can pick up the Arg pesos at any Western Union in B.A.?? Or are their some offices that are better (less crowded or have enough pesos for $500 US sent)? I would send more $$, but heard if you send too much, issues can develop. Maybe send some now and pick up in 8 days when I arrive and then decide if another $500 -- or just take the Visa / Mastercard conversion rate. I have no experience with such transactions - last time in Argentina was about 5 years ago.

Again,, thanks.
If it's only $500, I would suggest just finding a local exchange place versus having to search out the Western Union office. I'm not sure you'd end up coming out materially ahead with the Western Union rate.
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