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Originally Posted by Badafro
Have anyone tried cashing checks from FTP or Stars issued in USD in Argentine banks?
Do I need a bank account to do that, or will any bank let me cash checks?
I have an account at HSBC and was not able to cash checks there. In fact, they were a little puzzled as to what exactly that magical slip of paper was.
The only place I'm aware of that will cash checks is Banco Piano, San Martin 345. If I remember correctly, the fees were ~$30 + 2%. Larger checks (+$1000?) are held until they clear, then you can go and pick it up. They told me 1 month, it was actually over 2 months. For smaller checks, they will cash them on the spot if you bring an Argie with a DNI to vouch for you. Bring your passport and such. All of this info is over a year old.