# Argentina card dollar today — spending abroad

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**Markdown URL:** https://rueda.live/en/dolar/tarjeta.md  
**Language:** en  
**Data source:** dolarapi.com  
**Updated:** 2026-04-27T15:03:00.000Z  
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> Live Argentine *card-dollar* rate — official rate plus PAIS tax and Income Tax perceptions. The effective cost of credit- or debit-card spending abroad.

## Current rates

| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Sell (ARS) | $ 1.872,00 |
| Buy (ARS) | $ 1.807,00 |
| Spread vs official | +30.00% |
| Official dollar (sell) | $ 1.440,00 |
| Blue dollar (sell) | $ 1.430,00 |
| MEP dollar (sell) | $ 1.455,70 |
| CCL dollar (sell) | $ 1.514,70 |

## All Argentine dollar rates (snapshot)

| Type | Buy (ARS) | Sell (ARS) | Spread vs official | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Official | $ 1.390,00 | $ 1.440,00 | — | 27/4/26, 12:03 p. m. |
| Blue | $ 1.410,00 | $ 1.430,00 | -0.69% | 27/4/26, 3:56 p. m. |
| MEP | $ 1.454,70 | $ 1.455,70 | +1.09% | 27/4/26, 3:56 p. m. |
| CCL | $ 1.513,80 | $ 1.514,70 | +5.19% | 27/4/26, 3:56 p. m. |
| Card (Tarjeta) | $ 1.807,00 | $ 1.872,00 | +30.00% | 27/4/26, 12:03 p. m. |
| Crypto | $ 1.507,10 | $ 1.507,20 | +4.67% | 27/4/26, 3:56 p. m. |

## Historical series (last 30 days, sell price)

| Date | Sell (ARS) |
|---|---|
| 2026-03-28 | $ 1.826,50 |
| 2026-03-29 | $ 1.826,50 |
| 2026-03-30 | $ 1.846,00 |
| 2026-03-31 | $ 1.826,50 |
| 2026-04-01 | $ 1.839,50 |
| 2026-04-02 | $ 1.839,50 |
| 2026-04-03 | $ 1.839,50 |
| 2026-04-04 | $ 1.839,50 |
| 2026-04-05 | $ 1.839,50 |
| 2026-04-06 | $ 1.839,50 |
| 2026-04-07 | $ 1.839,50 |
| 2026-04-08 | $ 1.833,00 |
| 2026-04-09 | $ 1.826,50 |
| 2026-04-10 | $ 1.813,50 |
| 2026-04-11 | $ 1.813,50 |
| 2026-04-12 | $ 1.813,50 |
| 2026-04-13 | $ 1.800,50 |
| 2026-04-14 | $ 1.800,50 |
| 2026-04-15 | $ 1.800,50 |
| 2026-04-16 | $ 1.794,00 |
| 2026-04-17 | $ 1.807,00 |
| 2026-04-18 | $ 1.807,00 |
| 2026-04-19 | $ 1.807,00 |
| 2026-04-20 | $ 1.820,00 |
| 2026-04-21 | $ 1.820,00 |
| 2026-04-22 | $ 1.820,00 |
| 2026-04-23 | $ 1.839,50 |
| 2026-04-24 | $ 1.846,00 |
| 2026-04-25 | $ 1.846,00 |
| 2026-04-26 | $ 1.846,00 |

## What is the card dollar and what taxes does it include?

The **card dollar** (also known as *solidario* or *turista*) is the effective exchange rate for **credit- or debit-card spending in foreign currency**. It is not a separate rate: it is the retail official rate plus a *combo* of taxes.

Components historically include: **PAIS tax** (30% since 2019, with variable levels over time) and **Income / Wealth-tax perceptions** (typically 30-45%). Rates and compositions have been repeatedly revised, so the *card dollar* is a number that recomputes with each fiscal reform.

Operationally, it matters when deciding whether to pay a USD service with a card or buy MEP and pay from a USD account. MEP usually beats card once the official spread exceeds ~30%. For travelers, a simple card-vs-MEP comparison tells you which route to use for consumption and cash.

## FAQ

### What does the card dollar cost today?

The total price (official + current taxes) is shown above, refreshed from dolarapi.com which tracks active perception rates.

### Card or MEP — which is cheaper?

Depends on the spread. If MEP < card: pay from a USD account using MEP. If the difference is small, the card simplifies operations. Recompute monthly — card-tax rates change.

### Which taxes apply to the card dollar?

Historically: PAIS tax plus Income-tax perception. Rates vary with fiscal policy. Always check AFIP rules before large operations.

### Can I recover the tax?

Income / Wealth-tax perceptions are recoverable if you are subject to those taxes. The PAIS tax has historically not been recoverable. Consult an accountant.

### Does the card dollar apply to travel cash?

For card spending abroad, yes — it is the effective cost. For cash there is no *card-cash* rate — travelers typically combine MEP plus USD-account withdrawals, or buy cash dollars through the active retail channels.

## Related pages

- [Blue dollar](https://rueda.live/en/dolar/blue) — machine-readable: https://rueda.live/en/dolar/blue.md
- [MEP dollar](https://rueda.live/en/dolar/mep) — machine-readable: https://rueda.live/en/dolar/mep.md
- [CCL dollar](https://rueda.live/en/dolar/ccl) — machine-readable: https://rueda.live/en/dolar/ccl.md
- [Official dollar](https://rueda.live/en/dolar/oficial) — machine-readable: https://rueda.live/en/dolar/oficial.md
- [FX spread](https://rueda.live/en/dolar/brecha) — machine-readable: https://rueda.live/en/dolar/brecha.md

## Disclaimer

Data is fetched from public third-party APIs (dolarapi.com, argentinadatos.com). Prices are for information only and do not constitute financial advice. Always verify at the authoritative source before acting on them.