Pre-Departure

Complete the pre-program form

To help us prepare for your arrival, please complete the Pre-Program Form by September 30, 2025.

Program dates

Saturday, December 13, to, Monday, December 22, 2025

  • Saturday, December 13: Depart from U.S. to Buenos Aires, Argentina

  • Sunday, December 14: Arrive in Buenos Aires, Argentina

  • Thursday, December 18: Travel from Buenos Aires, Argentina, to Colonia, Uruguay, and from Colonia, Uruguay, to Montevideo, Uruguay

  • Sunday, December 21: Depart from Montevideo, Uruguay, to U.S

  • Monday, December 22: Arrive in U.S.

Flights

You are responsible for booking your flights. Keep in mind that you need to land on the morning of December 14 in Buenos Aires, Argentina at the Ezeiza International Airport (EZE). The program end date is Sunday, December 21, in Montevideo, Uruguay. The nearest airport is Carrasco International Airport (MVD).

UNC recommends the following flight itinerary:

From Raleigh to Buenos Aires, Argentina:

  • December 13: Delta Airlines (DL) 3245 from Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU) to Atlanta Hartsfield Jackson (ATL). Departs at 2:12pm and arrives at 3:52pm.

  • December 13: Delta Airlines (DL) 101 from Atlanta Hartsfield Jackson (ATL) to Ezeiza International Airport (EZE). Departs at 9:05pm and arrives at 9:00am on December 14.

From Montevideo, Uruguay to Raleigh:

  • December 21: Delta Airlines (DL) 7381 from Carrasco International Airport (MVD) to Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL). Departs at 7:05pm and arrives at 9:40pm.

  • December 21: Delta Airlines (DL) 146 from Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). Departs at 11:15pm and arrives at 6:45am on December 22.

  • December 22: Delta Airlines (DL) 2633 from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU). Departs at 8:55am and lands at 10:16am.

 

Entry Requirements

Visas

U.S. passport holders do not need a visa to enter Argentina or Uruguay.  If traveling on non-U.S. passports, check your country’s visa requirements.

Passport

Ensure that your passport is valid for at least 6 months after the trip.

 

Pre-Departure Webinar

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Packing Suggestions

It is a requirement to have a functioning cell phone (with both a calling plan and data plan) for the entire duration of your program.

Your Passport

And any other important travel documentation (Put these in your carry on bag - not in your checked bag.)

Money

Bring a debit card, a credit card, and U.S. dollars in cash (in US$100 bills; no need to bring pesos).

Prescription Medication

Bring more than enough of any prescription medication for your entire stay abroad. Medicine cannot be sent via postal mail from your home country, and you cannot use an international prescription at a pharmacy abroad. We encourage students to continue their prescription medication and to take enough medication for the program, plus 14 days (just in case). We also recommend to take it in the original packaging. If you need prescription medication filled while abroad, you must see a local doctor.

PREFERRED TOILETRIES

If you prefer certain types or brands of toiletries, pack them in your suitcase. If you use tampons with applicators, those are hard to find here, since the applicator-free model is the one widely used.

sunscreen

Shield your skin from harmful UV rays in sunny days with a high SPF sunscreen.

bug Repellent

Protect against mosquito bites by packing a reliable mosquito repellent.

Small Daypack

To carry your essentials during daily activities. Tote bags without zippers are not advisable for safety reasons.

walking shoes

Comfortable walking shoes are key for any activities involving walking, exploring, biking, or playing soccer.

ELECTRONIC ADAPTERS

Argentina and Uruguay both operate on a 220V supply voltage and 50Hz.

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