ABOUT CÓRDOBA
Córdoba is the second largest and one of the most important cities in Argentina. Located in the heart of the country, it is widely recognized as a historical, cultural, and educational center. Known as “La Docta” (from the Latin docere, meaning “to teach”), Córdoba is home to more than 160,000 university students from Argentina and around the world who come not only in search of academic excellence, but also for a rich cultural immersion experience.
The province offers breathtaking natural landscapes, including lakes, rivers, and the beautiful Sierras de Córdoba, making it an ideal destination for outdoor activities and weekend getaways. At the same time, the city boasts a vibrant urban life with a wide variety of restaurants, cultural events, concerts, pubs, and nightlife options.
Córdoba is especially known for the warmth, friendliness, and good humor of its people, creating a welcoming environment that makes the exchange experience truly unique and allows students to fully immerse themselves in Argentine culture and lifestyle.
STUDENT VISA
As an exchange student in Argentina, you must apply for a student VISA (Temporary Residence for academic purposes) for programs lasting longer than 90 days.
The student visa is MANDATORY for all international students at Universidad Blas Pascal. Must process your student VISA (Tramitación de ingreso electrónica TIE 24H) at the Argentine Consulate closest to their place of residence, prior to your trip to Argentina: https://www.cancilleria.gob.ar/en/representaciones
For more details, we recommend that you contact the nearest consulate. For any questions you can contact incoming@ubp.edu.ar
UBP will provide advice and assistance to students on how to obtain it. However, obtaining a STUDENT VISA is the SOLE RESPONSIBILITY OF EACH STUDENT.
TIE 24H instructions for the online process
For more information:·
- You must process your student VISA at the Argentine Consulate closest to your place of residence, prior to your trip to Argentina: https://www.cancilleria.gob.ar/en/representaciones·
IMPORTANT: Students applying for 6-month or longer programs will be asked to provide an apostilled and legalized certificate of criminal records from the country of origin. UBP will provide the rest of institutional documentation necessary to obtain your visa.
ACCOMMODATION
Host families
As an international student, you will have the opportunity to live with a local host family, experience everyday Argentine culture, and practice your Spanish in an authentic environment.
Host families are carefully selected to provide students with a welcoming atmosphere and emotional support throughout their cultural adaptation process. Families provide accommodation with 2 or 3 meals per day (depending on the program), and airport pick-up and drop-off services upon arrival and departure.
Each host family is unique, with its own lifestyle, family structure, and traditions. Some families have children, others are couples without children, and some consist of a single host or grandparents who enjoy frequent visits from relatives and friends. What they all share is a genuine interest in welcoming international students, learning about new cultures, and sharing Argentine culture and daily life experiences.
All host families are located within approximately 15–20 minutes from Universidad Blas Pascal. Students can easily commute to campus using public transportation (city buses) or ride-sharing services such as Uber.
Independent Accomodation (Semester Programs)
If you prefer to arrange your accommodation independently, you may choose to find housing on your own or stay at the University Residence located on the UBP campus.
For more information about the University Residence:
Website: https://www.residenciasubp.com.ar/
Email: residenciasubp@hotmail.com
Tel/Fax: +54 351 414 7900
WhatsApp: +54 9 351 2030293
Other accommodation:
https://studycordoba.com/alojamientos/
HEALTH INSURANCE
UBP works with highly reliable health insurances in Argentina, which cover 100% of medical care, including hospitalization, surgery, and 40% of prescribed medicines. * Health insurance is a MANDATORY requirement for foreign students. (Except for those students who come through the ISEP Network) For more information write to: incoming@ubp.edu.ar
EXPERIENCES