U.S. Bans Entry of Former Argentine President Kirchner Over Corruption

The designation also applies to former Minister of Planning Julio De Vido and their families, marking a strong anti-corruption stance by the United States.

• The United States has barred former Argentine President Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner and former Minister of Planning Julio Miguel De Vido from entering the country due to their involvement in significant corruption.
• The designation, announced on March 21, 2025, also extends to their immediate family members, making them generally ineligible for U.S. entry.
• Kirchner and De Vido were implicated in bribery schemes tied to public works contracts, resulting in millions of dollars embezzled from the Argentine government.
• Kirchner was convicted in December 2022, receiving a six-year prison sentence and a lifetime ban from public office, with her conviction upheld by an Argentine federal appeals court in November 2024.
• The U.S. action underscores its commitment to holding high-ranking officials accountable for corruption and promoting global accountability.

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