Calculator for Meta Ads in Argentina
Calculate the real cost of your investment in Facebook and Instagram Ads in Argentina according to province and IIBB. Compare payment methods and discover which one suits you best.
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Equivalent: $0.00
Payment Method in Argentina
Local Payment
MercadoPago, Argentine Cards
Total Cost
$ 121.000
Best option - You save $ 16.126 vs bank card
Advantage: By paying locally with MercadoPago or Argentine cards, only 21% VAT applies. No additional earnings or IIBB perceptions.
Quick Cost Comparison
$ 121.000
$ 126.500
+$ 5.500 vs local
$ 137.126
+$ 16.126 vs local
Potential Savings
$ 16.126
using local payment vs bank card
Frequently Asked Questions about Meta Ads Taxes in Argentina 2026
What is Meta Ads local payment?
It is the option to pay for your advertising on Facebook and Instagram with Argentine payment methods like MercadoPago or local credit cards. Only 21% VAT applies, without additional perceptions.
Why is paying with a bank card more expensive?
Bank cards (Visa/Mastercard from banks) have Earnings perceptions (30%), IIBB according to province, and Stamp Tax (1.2%), in addition to using the MEP dollar as a reference.
Are prepaid cards a better option?
Prepaid cards like Uala, Lemon or MP do not have earnings perception, but they do apply digital services VAT (21%) and IIBB according to your province. They are better than bank cards but worse than local payment.
How do I configure local payment in Meta?
In the payment settings of your Business Manager, you can select 'Argentina' as the country and add MercadoPago or an Argentine card as a local payment method.
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