U.S. Bans Former Argentine President Cristina Fernández de Kirchner Over Corruption

The travel ban, citing significant bribery schemes, also applies to former Planning Minister Julio Miguel De Vido and their families.

The U.S. Department of State designated Cristina Fernández de Kirchner and Julio Miguel De Vido for significant corruption, barring them and their families from entering the U.S.
The designation follows convictions in Argentina for bribery schemes involving public works contracts, resulting in millions of dollars in financial losses for the country.
Fernández de Kirchner was sentenced in 2022 to six years in prison and a lifetime ban from public office; her conviction was upheld by an Argentine appeals court in 2024.
The U.S. action reflects its broader commitment to counter global corruption and promote accountability at the highest levels of government.
Fernández de Kirchner, who denies all accusations and is appealing her conviction, accused Argentine President Javier Milei of influencing the U.S. decision.