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I can confirm that there isn't a problem with using Australian appliances in Argentina power outlets. I've used everything from Laptops/mobile phone chargers through to toasters/kettles/hair dryers without a hassle.

I agree with Ries. I got the refund in cash without a hassle.

As a follow up on this post, I can tell you that the process was very smooth. We were not asked to show the purchases that we had made, and all that was required of us was to visit the counter with the correct paperwork. Make sure that you've got the paperwork filled out entirely, because most...

I'm the first person to admit that I live in a bubble, but as a whole I believe that Buenos Aires is a relatively safe place provided you use common sense. Coming from the very safe and calm Melbourne Australia, this is a bold statement. I'm yet to know anyone who has been mugged, robbed...

Hi all, I realise this may seem like a near impossible question to answer, but does anyone know where I can buy high quality wooden coat hangers? I want to buy a heap of wooden coat hangers similiar to those you find in Zara but haven't been able to find anything similiar for sale. The only...

Thanks for all of your comments. Can anyone tell me how long does the process take? Obviously I need to arrive at the airport eariler than my flight, but how much eariler should I allow for the Tax Free process? Thanks.

Thanks for the information. Much appreciated. Can you also tell me if the refund has to be put onto a Credit Card? Can you receive it in cash?

Hi all, I'm hoping someone can provide me with some more information related to the Tax Free Shopping that I've seen everywhere. We are slowly collecting a small fortune in 'tax free cheques' that we'll take with us to the airport in order to get a refund. We understand the process that we...

Hi, my name is Anita and I have two girls, my eldest is three and my youngest is 10 months. We are here from Australia for another 5 months and I would love to meet up with other expat mums. We are currently living in Retiro. I look forward to hearing from other mums in the near future...

Hi all, We are a young family who have been living in Buenos Aires for 7 weeks, and will be here until the end of September. As our name refers to - we're Australians (from Melbourne). :D We have 2 young girls (oldest is 3 and youngest is 10mths), and would love to catch up with other...