Sister Missionary Packing List: Argentina Tucumán Mission Guide
We recently sent out two missionaries and a lot of people have asked us what stuff we sent with our son and daughter to teach the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Packing a missionary to serve a two year or eighteen-month mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints can be a little overwhelming especially if you wait until right before they leave. Sometimes missionaries from our church are referred to as a Mormon missionary or an LDS missionary.
This packing list includes items our two young missionaries took and used on their missions based on what they heard from other missionaries who served or are currently serving in their missions or other related missions. It was also influenced by some advice from their friends and acquaintances or other members of the church who recently returned home from serving missions or doing other missionary work. This item list is specific to a sister missionary serving in the Argentina Tucumán mission, but also has some items our elder missionary also took to the Brazil Rio de Janeiro South mission.
The list has the normal things found on the missionary packing list like clothing, shoes, dresses, white shirts, belts, rain boots, luggage, bug spray, etc. It also has some other items like power adapters, small pillow, phone charger, MicroSD cards, water bottle w/ filter, itch sticks, curling iron, hair dryer, hair straightener, home MTC banner, vacuum storage bags, waterproof spray, bar soap shampoo, luggage tracking tiles, small blanket, etc. A few of the things on this packing list like power adapters, etc. will be specific to Argentina.
Also, for Elder missionaries I have this Elder Missionary Packing List for my son who recently returned from the Brazil Rio de Janeiro South mission.
Packing a missionary to serve a two year or eighteen-month mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints can be a little overwhelming especially if you wait until right before they leave. Sometimes missionaries from our church are referred to as a Mormon missionary or an LDS missionary.
This packing list includes items our two young missionaries took and used on their missions based on what they heard from other missionaries who served or are currently serving in their missions or other related missions. It was also influenced by some advice from their friends and acquaintances or other members of the church who recently returned home from serving missions or doing other missionary work. This item list is specific to a sister missionary serving in the Argentina Tucumán mission, but also has some items our elder missionary also took to the Brazil Rio de Janeiro South mission.
The list has the normal things found on the missionary packing list like clothing, shoes, dresses, white shirts, belts, rain boots, luggage, bug spray, etc. It also has some other items like power adapters, small pillow, phone charger, MicroSD cards, water bottle w/ filter, itch sticks, curling iron, hair dryer, hair straightener, home MTC banner, vacuum storage bags, waterproof spray, bar soap shampoo, luggage tracking tiles, small blanket, etc. A few of the things on this packing list like power adapters, etc. will be specific to Argentina.
Also, for Elder missionaries I have this Elder Missionary Packing List for my son who recently returned from the Brazil Rio de Janeiro South mission.
Table of Contents
| Item | Amazon Link* | On Sister Packing List From Church (Missionary Portal) | Stuff Our Son Took To Brazil | Amazon Name* | Category | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belts (2) |  $49.95 on Amazon | Groove Life Groove Belt Black/Stone - Men's Stretch Nylon Belt with Magnetic Aluminum Buckle, Lifetime Coverage - Small (28-32") | Clothing | Our daughter didn't take these belts, but our son really liked the one he took because it was lighter than his mission belts and it's magnetic. | ||
| Belts (2) |  $41.95 on Amazon | Mission Belt Men's Ratchet Belt - 35mm Alloy Buckle/Black Leather, Small (28-32) | Clothing | Our daughter didn't take any belts, but our son really loved his mission belts. He took 2 different colors. | ||
| Cold weather accessories: Gloves, scarf, ear-bands, winter hat | Clothing | Our daughter took a beanie, a scarf, a puffer jacket, some light non-garment thermals, some sweaters, and warm socks. She didn't take gloves, ear bands, or a warm winter coat. So far, these items have been fine for her because she has served in the warmer areas during the winter months both winters. There are some colder areas where you might need some warmer items. You can always buy stuff in Argentina if you need it. | ||||
| Dress slacks (3-4) | Clothing | Athleta | ||||
| Dress slacks (3-4) | Clothing | |||||
| Dress slacks (3-4) | Clothing | Old Navy (Pixie Wide Leg) | ||||
| Dress slacks (3-4) | Clothing | |||||
| Exercise clothing | Clothing | |||||
| Garments (8-10) | Clothing | Stretch Cotton | ||||
| Mission T-shirt |  $17.99 on Amazon | Brazil Rio de Janeiro South Mormon LDS Mission Missionary T-Shirt | Clothing | Because it's a new mission there aren't any tshirts available yet, but here's an example of the one her brother got for his mission. | ||
| One set of clothing for activities where regular missionary attire is not appropriate; pants must be full length | Clothing | Athleta | ||||
| Outfits (6-8). Dresses, skirts and blouses | Clothing | Skirt - Thrift Store | ||||
| Outfits (6-8). Dresses, skirts and blouses |  $39.09 on Amazon | PRETTYGARDEN Floral Dress for Women 2025 Summer Casual Short Sleeve Maxi Dresses V Neck Tiered Flowy Boho Beach Sundress (Dark Blue,Small) | Clothing | Our daughter got the Dark Blue color/design | ||
| Outfits (6-8). Dresses, skirts and blouses | Clothing | Blouse - Athleta | ||||
| Outfits (6-8). Dresses, skirts and blouses |  $45.99 on Amazon | PRETTYGARDEN Floral Dress for Women 2025 Summer Casual Short Sleeve Maxi Dresses V Neck Tiered Flowy Boho Beach Sundress (White Yellow Floral,Small) | Clothing | Our daughter also got the White Yellow Floral color/design. | ||
| Outfits (6-8). Dresses, skirts and blouses | Clothing | Dress - Bohme (Bextor Striped Midi Dress) | ||||
| Outfits (6-8). Dresses, skirts and blouses | Clothing | Skirt - Tilly's | ||||
| Outfits (6-8). Dresses, skirts and blouses | Clothing | Blouse - Old Navy | ||||
| Outfits (6-8). Dresses, skirts and blouses |  $47.49 on Amazon | Amegoya Women's Summer Boho Maxi Dresses Casual V Neck Short Sleeve A-line Empire Waist Long Flowy Beach Dress (Olive Green S) | Clothing | Our daughter got the A-olive Green color | ||
| Outfits (6-8). Dresses, skirts and blouses | Clothing | Dress - Called to Surf (Citrus - Shae Dress - Fall) | ||||
| Outfits (6-8). Dresses, skirts and blouses | Clothing | Skirt - Athleta (Online) | ||||
| Outfits (6-8). Dresses, skirts and blouses | Clothing | Dress - Ann Taylor Loft | ||||
| Pajamas (1): Robe and slippers, as needed | Clothing | |||||
| Raincoat (waterproof) |  View on Amazon | MARMOT Women's Precip Eco Jacket | Classic, Breathable, Waterproof, Platinum, Small | Clothing | Our daughter has used this a lot during the rainy season. This rain jacket folds up nice and small into itself. If it's really hot outside she will use her umbrella instead. | ||
| Socks (Ankle) |  $20.99 on Amazon | Nike Everyday Cushion Ankle Training Socks (3 Pair), Men's & Women's, with Sweat-Wicking Technology, White/Black, Small | Clothing | Our daughter uses these socks for everyday use (with her non-boot shoes) | ||
| Socks (Crew - Warm) |  $28.00 on Amazon | Smartwool Everyday Popcorn Polka Dot Full Cushion Merino Wool Crew Socks For Men and Women, Natural, Medium | Clothing | Our daughter uses these socks in her boots during the winter months | ||
| Socks (Dressy) |  View on Amazon | Mcool Mary Womens Socks, Ruffle Turn-Cuff Casual Ankle Breathable Cool Knit Cotton Lettuce Crew Frilly Sock 6 Pack | Clothing | Ankle white ruffle. These socks are a little more dressy, but they started getting holes in them when she was wearing them a lot so now she uses them for things like church and baptisms and uses the Nike socks for everyday use. | ||
| Socks (Rain Boot - Less Warm) |  $23.90 on Amazon | NIKE Dri-FIT Cushion Crew Training Socks (6 Pair) White With Traditional Black Swoosh Logo ADULT LARGE 8-12 UNISEX | Clothing | Our daughter had us send her some Nike crew socks to wear with her rain boots because her boots are above her ankle, so it was nice to have some socks that were thicker that went above her ankle | ||
| Socks (Rain Boot - Warm) |  $27.55 on Amazon | Smartwool Everyday Popcorn Cable Full Cushion Merino Wool Crew Socks For Men and Women, Natural Donegal, Medium | Clothing | Our daughter has really liked these socks during the winter months because they keep her toes warm | ||
| Suit jackets (2-3): To match your outfits | Clothing | |||||
| Suit jackets (2-3): To match your outfits | Clothing | |||||
| Suit jackets (2-3): To match your outfits | Clothing | |||||
| Sweaters (2-3) | Clothing | Banana Republic | ||||
| Sweaters (2-3) |  View on Amazon | Womens Trendy Cropped Sweaters Knit Ribbed Easy Street Stripe Crop Pullover Sweater Tops | Clothing | Our daughter wears this a lot in the winter months. | ||
| Sweaters (2-3) | Clothing | Banana Republic | ||||
| Undershirts | Clothing | Down East Demi Tee | ||||
| Winter coat: With zip-out liner for warmth | Clothing | Our daughter took a Patagonia Puffer Jacket. This has worked fine in the areas she has served in both winters. | ||||
| Comfortable dress shoes (2) |  $89.99 on Amazon | Teva Women's Tirra Sandal, Black/Birch Multi, 5 | Shoes | |||
| Comfortable dress shoes (2) |  $168.26 on Amazon | On Women's Cloud X 3 Sneakers, Black, 7 Medium US | Shoes | |||
| Insoles (Dr. Martens) |  View on Amazon | Dr. Martens Unisex-Adult Leather Insole | Shoes | |||
| Insoles (Superfeet) |  $59.95 ($29.98 / Count) on Amazon | Superfeet Hike Women's Support Insoles - Trim-to-Fit Comfort Carbon Fiber Orthotic Inserts for Hiking Boots or Shoes - Professional Grade - 6.5-8 Women | Shoes | Our daughter liked these insoles the best. | ||
| Rain boots (1) |  $94.95 on Amazon | BOGS Holly Rain Zip Oatmeal 7 B (M) | Shoes | |||
| Shoes |  $189.95 on Amazon | NAOT Footwear Women's Agathis Mary Jane Smoke Gray Nubuck 6 M US | Shoes | |||
| Shower sandals |  $17.99 on Amazon | shevalues Shower Shoes for Women with Arch Support Quick Drying Pool Slides Lightweight Beach Sandals with Drain Holes, Pink 6-7.5 Women / 4.5-6 Men | Shoes | Our daughter said these are a must. She also uses them to walk around inside her apartment because she can wear them with socks. | ||
| Sunday shoes (1-2) |  $86.46 on Amazon | Dansko Rissa Closed Toe Sandal for Women - Unique and Stylish Shoe with Recycled Textile Linings and Leather Uppers - All-Day Legendary Comfort Ivory 11.5-12 M US | Shoes | |||
| Sunday shoes (1-2) |  $129.95 on Amazon | Dr. Martens Women's 8065 Mary Jane, Black Virginia, 7 M US | Shoes | |||
| Bar soap shampoo |  $28.50 ($4.04 / Ounce) on Amazon | Ethique Smooth Sailing Giftpack- Dry Hair Shampoo & Conditioner Bar Set - Vegan, Eco-Friendly, Plastic-Free, Cruelty-Free, 6 oz (Set of 2) | Toiletries & Personal Care | Someone suggested taking this because it lasts a long time and wouldn't leak out into her suitcase. | ||
| Contact Lenses (if needed) | Toiletries & Personal Care | She took daily disposable contacts | ||||
| Contact Solution (if needed) | Toiletries & Personal Care | Not needed because she took daily disposable contacts | ||||
| Curling Iron (Supports 220V) |  $14.48 on Amazon | Conair Double Ceramic 1-Inch Curling Iron, 1-inch barrel produces classic curls – for use on short, medium, and long hair | Toiletries & Personal Care | We had to make sure everything electric would work in Argentina (supports the Argentina voltage, etc.) | ||
| Deodorant |  $11.97 ($2.30 / Ounce) on Amazon | Secret Outlast Antiperspirant Deodorant for Women, 72hr Sweat & Odor Protection, PH Balancing Minerals, Invisible Solid, Completely Clean Scent, 2.6 oz (Pack of 2) | Toiletries & Personal Care | Deodorant is available for purchase in Argentina, but my daughter heard from other missionaries it doesn't work well so we sent our daughter with an 18-month supply of deodorant. She ran out of what we sent at her 1 year mark so we sent a few more to her via a courier mailing service. | ||
| Disposable Period Discs |  $15.99 on Amazon | Flex Plant Plus Disc | Plant-Based Disposable Period Discs | Tampon and Cup Alternative | Capacity of 5 Super Tampons | Menstrual Disc Made with Sustainable Medical-Grade Plant Polymers | 12 Count | Toiletries & Personal Care | These last up to 12 hours and are disposable. They can be used instead of tampons. Try them out before you leave to see if they would work for you. The tampons you can buy in Argentina don't have the plastic applicator like we're used to in the United States. | ||
| Extra Eyeglasses (if needed) | Toiletries & Personal Care | She took extra glasses in case she had any problems with her daily contacts | ||||
| Filter Replacements (12) |  $24.95 ($4.16 / Count) on Amazon | LifeStraw Go 2-Stage Water Filter Bottle Replacement Filters 1-Year Pack (6 Carbons), For Hiking, Camping, Travel, and more | Toiletries & Personal Care | One carbon filter lasts up to 26 gallons (100 L) - about two months | ||
| Filtered & Insulated Water Bottle |  $51.37 on Amazon | LifeStraw Go Series — Insulated Stainless Steel Water Filter Bottle for Travel and Everyday Use Removes Bacteria, Parasites and Microplastics, Improves Taste, 24oz Icelandic Blue | Toiletries & Personal Care | The included carbon filter lasts up to 26 gallons (100 L) - about two months so you will want to take extra carbon filters to last your mission. Amazon also sells a silicon base for this water bottle. This one wasn't for sale yet when we got our daughter the non-insulated one. Now she says this one would work better in the Argentina heat. | ||
| Filtered Silicon Base for Insulated Water Bottle |  $9.95 on Amazon | LifeStraw Go Series Silicone Base, 24oz Stainless Steel Accessory, Icelandic Blue | Toiletries & Personal Care | This is the optional silicon base for the LifeStraw Go Series Insulated Water Bottle. It can help protect the bottom of the water bottle. | ||
| Filtered Water Bottle (2) |  $75.95 on Amazon | LifeStraw Go Series, BPA-Free Water Bottle for Travel and Everyday Use Removes Bacteria, Parasites, Microplastics, Improves Taste, 22oz 2-Pack; Icelandic Blue and Aegean Sea | Toiletries & Personal Care | The included carbon filter lasts up to 26 gallons (100 L) - about two months so you will want to take extra carbon filters to last your entire mission. When we got this 22 ounce, non-insulated one for our daughter, the insulated version wasn't available yet. She said now that she is in Argentina, she would have chosen the insulated version to keep the water cooler longer in the heat. Our daughter carries this with her each day. With all the walking they do, she gets pretty thirsty and it's really nice to have when they go places without filtered water like member's homes, etc. | ||
| Hair clippers |  View on Amazon | Wahl Men's Cordless Hair Clippers, Lithium-Ion Rechargeable Kit – 2-Hour Run Time, 15-Minute Quick Charge, Self-Sharpening Precision Blades, Hair Trimmer for Men - Model 79608 | Toiletries & Personal Care | Our son took one of these and the Elders would cut each other's hair to save money. The quality of haircuts varied widely, but they were able to save money. | ||
| Hair Dryer (Supports 220V) |  $31.99 on Amazon | Conair 1875 Watt Compact Dual Voltage Travel Hair Dryer with Folding Handle, Grey | Toiletries & Personal Care | We had to make sure everything electric would work in Argentina (supports the Argentina voltage, etc.) Our daughter said that so far, she has only used this in her only area that was cold because her hair would never dry in the mornings. All her other areas have been hot, and she hasn't needed this there. | ||
| Hair straightener (Supports 220V) |  $39.99 on Amazon | VANESSA PRO Flat Iron Hair Straightener, 100% Pure Titanium Flat Iron for One Pass to Achieve a Sleek Look, Curls Beautifully & Straightens Well - 1 inch | Toiletries & Personal Care | We had to make sure everything electric would work in Argentina (supports the Argentina voltage, etc.) | ||
| Makeup | Toiletries & Personal Care | Our daughter took some of this, but we're hoping she can get this in Argentina when she runs out | ||||
| Personal supplies (makeup, toothbrush, toothpaste, dental floss, mouthwash, shampoo, deodorant, hand lotion, shaving supplies, combs, shoe polishing supplies, and so forth) to last the duration of your MTC stay | Toiletries & Personal Care | Our daughter heard from other missionaries that the deodorant in Argentina wasn't great so we sent her with enough to last 18 months. | ||||
| Prescription eyeglasses, if needed. Contact lenses are discouraged because of the risk of corneal injury or infection | Toiletries & Personal Care | She took daily disposable contacts | ||||
| Teeth Whitening Strips |  $44.95 ($1.02 / Count) on Amazon | Crest 3D Whitestrips Professional Effects, Whitestrip 3D White, Teeth Whitening Strip Kit, 44 Strips (22 Count Pack), Crest Teeth Whitening Strips, Teeth Whitening Kit | Toiletries & Personal Care | |||
| Toiletries Bag |  View on Amazon | Osprey Ultralight Zip Organizer, Shadow Grey | Toiletries & Personal Care | This bag has a small hook on it so you can hang it in the bathroom or closet | ||
| Tweezers |  $21.58 on Amazon | Tweezerman Petite Tweeze Set with Travel Case - Point and Slant Tweezers, Tweezers for Travel (Black Case) | Toiletries & Personal Care | These are handy. In one of our daughter's areas the only way to get their washing machine to work was to use these tweezers to turn the broken off knob. | ||
| Adapter - 3.5 Headphone to USB C Adapter |  $15.99 on Amazon | Anker USB C to 3.5mm Audio Adapter, Male to Female Nylon Cable for Samsung S20/S20+/S20 Ultra, Pixel 4/+ 4XL, and More Type C Devices | Electronics | Adapter for Earbuds | ||
| Adapter - Micro USB to USB C Adapter |  $3.99 on Amazon | JXMOX USB Type C Adapter, (4-Pack) Micro USB Female to USB C Male Convert Connector Fast Charging Compatible with Samsung Galaxy S10 S9 S8 Plus,Note 9 8,Pixel 2 3 XL,LG V40 V20 G5,Moto Z2 Z3(Grey) | Electronics | Phone adapter in case she needs it | ||
| Adapter - USB A to USB C Adapter |  $14.99 on Amazon | Anker USB C Adapter (2 Pack), USB C to USB Adapter High-Speed Data Transfer for MacBook Pro 2020, iPad Pro 2020, Samsung Notebook 9, Dell XPS and More Type C Devices | Electronics | Adapter for Phone | ||
| Adapter - USB C to Micro USB Adapter |  $7.99 on Amazon | JXMOX USB C to Micro USB Adapter, (4-Pack) Type C Female to Micro USB Male Convert Connector Support Charge Data Sync Compatible with Samsung Galaxy S7/S7 Edge, Nexus 5/6, Micro USB Devices (Orange) | Electronics | Adapter for Phone | ||
| Adapter - USB C to USB A Adapter |  $14.99 on Amazon | Elebase USB to USB C Adapter 4 Pack,Type C Female to USB A Male Charger Connector for Apple Watch 10,iPhone 16 15 Plus Pro Max,iPad 8 8th 9 9th 10th Air 4th 5 5th Mini 6 6th,Samsung Galaxy S24 S23 S22 | Electronics | Adapter if needed for charging your phone | ||
| AirPods Pro charging case that is USB-C |  $29.99 on Amazon | Wireless Charging Case Compatible for AirPods Pro 1st & 2nd Generation with USB-C Charging, Air Pod Pro 1 2 Charger Case Replacement with Bluetooth Pairing Sync Button，with Type-C Charging | Electronics | Because this case is USB-C it simplified charging AirPods because she didn't need an Apple lightning charging cable. Her previous AirPods case was not USB-C so we sent her this one to allow her to charge everything with USB-C so she didn't have to also have an Apple Lightning charging cable. | ||
| AirPods Pro with USB-C charging case |  $199.00 on Amazon | Apple AirPods Pro 2 Wireless Earbuds, Active Noise Cancellation, Hearing Aid Feature, Bluetooth Headphones, Transparency, Personalized Spatial Audio, High-Fidelity Sound, H2 Chip, USB-C Charging | Electronics | Initially we didn't know if AirPods were allowed in her mission, but the new mission president allows them, so we sent them to her later in a package. Each mission will be different in terms of whether AirPods are allowed. As of June 2025 they are allowed in the Argentina Tucuman Mission... | ||
| Batteries (for flashlight) |  $8.66 ($0.72 / Count) on Amazon | Energizer MAX AAA Batteries (12 Pack), Triple A Alkaline Batteries | Electronics | |||
| Bluetooth Keyboard |  $54.99 on Amazon | iClever Foldable Keyboard, BK08 Foldable Bluetooth Keyboard with Touchpad, Aluminum Build, USB-C Charge, Equipped with Stand Holder and Carrying Bag, Portable for Laptop, iPad, iPhone, Silver | Electronics | This connects to the missionary phones and makes it easier and faster to write emails home each week. | ||
| Cable - Case for cables & adapters |  $9.99 on Amazon | AGPTEK Case Holder for Apple Pencil, Slim Carrying Case Pouch Cover Compatible with Apple Pen Accessories, USB Cable, Earphone, Samsung Stylus iPad Pro Pen/Pencil, Recording Pen, Gray | Electronics | This was a handy case to keep phone charging cables and adapters in | ||
| Cable - USB C to USB C charging cable (1 ft) |  $7.99 on Amazon | Anker Powerline III USB C Cable(60W,1 FT),USB C Charger Cable for MacBook Pro 2020, iPad Pro 2020,iPhone 16/15 Series,Switch,Pixel,and More(USB 2.0,White) | Electronics | To charge phone | ||
| Cable - USB C to USB C charging cable (3 ft) |  View on Amazon | Anker USB C Cable, 100W Type C Flow Cord, Fast Charging for iPhone 16 Series, MacBook Pro 2020, and More (USB 2.0, 3FT,Blue) | Electronics | To charge phone | ||
| Camera - If you bring a camera, it should be simple and inexpensive as cameras are easily damaged or stolen |  $499.99 on Amazon | OM SYSTEM Tough TG-7 Black Underwater Camera, Waterproof, Freeze Proof, High Resolution Bright, 4K Video 44x Macro Shooting (Successor Olympus TG-6) | Electronics | Maybe take this, maybe not | ||
| Earbuds (wired) |  $15.50 on Amazon | GG-FF-1 | Electronics | Get cheap wired ones. Maybe take AirPods if the mission allows them. One nice thing about wired earbuds is you don't have to charge them like AirPods. | ||
| Earbuds Case |  $9.99 on Amazon | MAIRUI Wired Earbud Case Earphone Headphone Cord Organizer Earbuds Wrap Soft Silicone Magnetic Holder Storage Tangle Free Cable Winder(Blue) | Electronics | Case to hold wired earbuds | ||
| Inexpensive Watch |  $65.00 on Amazon | Freestyle Shark Classic Clip Green Tea Unisex Watch FS101059 | Electronics | This watch also lights up in the dark if you push the button | ||
| Memory Card Case |  $9.99 on Amazon | 36 Slots Memory Card Case Water-Resistant Anti-Shock Memory Card Wallet for 24 Micro SD SDXC SDHC TF Cards and 12 SD SDXC SDHC Cards | Electronics | This is a case to store their memory cards from their phone (if they take any). | ||
| Phone - MicroSD Cards |  $42.99 on Amazon | Samsung PRO Plus microSD Memory Card + Adapter, 512GB microSDXC, Up to 180 MB/s, Full HD & 4K UHD, UHS I, C10, U3, V30, A2, for Android Smartphones, Tablets, GoPRO, and DJI Drone (MB MD512SA/AM) | Electronics | Take 2-4 of these 512 GB cards in case a lot of photos/videos are being taken. It's nice for them to be different colors to make it easier to tell them apart. This memory card fits into the missionary phones and gives them a lot more storage for the photos and videos they take. Also, if their phone breaks you can still pull out this memory card and move it to a different phone without losing the original photos and videos. When they come home, they can take this memory card with them when they have to turn in their phones. Just make sure they move all their photos and videos from the phone internal storage to their MicroSD card before they give their phone back. | ||
| Phone Charger - Battery Charger (Portable - Medium) |  $21.99 on Amazon | INIU Portable Charger, USB C Slimmest Triple 3A High-Speed 10000mAh Phone Power Bank, Flashlight External Battery Pack Compatible with iPhone 16 15 14 13 12 11 X Samsung S21 S20 Google iPad, etc | Electronics | This charger is medium sized and has been useful when they are on long bus rides to the mission office, etc. | ||
| Phone Charger - Battery Charger (Portable - Smallest) |  $29.99 on Amazon | ANKER iPhone 16 Portable Charger, Nano Power Bank with Built-in USB C Connector, 5,000mAh Portable Charger 22.5W, for iPhone 16/15 Series, Samsung S22/23 Series, iPad Pro/Air, AirPods, and More | Electronics | Our daughter says this charger is handy because she can take it with her every day. | ||
| Phone Charger - USB C Charger (small for portable daily use) |  $14.99 on Amazon | Anker Nano Charger, USB C GaN Charger 30W, PIQ 3.0 Foldable PPS Fast Charger for iPhone 16/15 and More Series, Galaxy, iPad, Compatible with MagSafe | Electronics | Small for charging phone | ||
| Phone Storage - USB-C SD Card Adapter |  $26.99 on Amazon | Anker USB-C and USB 3.0 SD Card Reader, PowerExpand+ 2-in-1 Memory Card Reader with Dual Connectors, for SDXC, SDHC, (Micro)SD, MMC, RS-MMC, Micro SDXC, Micro SDHC, and UHS-I | Electronics | Use this to copy photos off phone onto SD or MicroSD card | ||
| Sim card remover |  View on Amazon | 6Packs Eaglewireless Sim Card Tray Opening Removal Tool,Eject Pin Tool Replacement for Samsung Galaxy S8 S9 /S20/S20U/S21/Galaxy Note 9/Note 10/Note 20 Ultra/S22 S23 Series/Z Fold 3 4 5 | Electronics | This is a little tool used to eject the Sim card and memory card tray on their phone. This is needed if they are going to add a MicroSD Memory Card to their missionary phone. | ||
| Small LED Flashlight |  $19.99 ($10.00 / count) on Amazon | GearLight LED Flashlights - Mini Camping Flashlights with High Lumens, 5 Modes, Zoomable Beam - Powerful, Bright, and Versatile Tactical Flash Light for Outdoor and Home Use | Electronics | This is handy if the power goes out, etc. | ||
| Bath towel (1) |  $16.99 on Amazon | Rainleaf Microfiber Towel Perfect Travel & Gym & Camping Towel. Quick Dry - Super Absorbent - Ultra Compact - Lightweight. Suitable for Trip, Beach, Shower, Backpacking, Pool | Travel Items | Take the microfiber 60 x 30 inches. Lightweight and dries really fast. Our daughter took 2 of these. | ||
| Bedding: Sheets and pillowcase (1). Please be prepared to pay US$40-50 or its equivalent in local currency upon arrival in the mission field. The mission is responsible for all other bedding | Travel Items | When our daughter arrived in her mission, the mission office gave her sheets, a pillowcase, and a pillow to use during her mission. At the Mexico City MTC (CCM), all bedding was provided. Each mission and MTC may be different, so definietly check the details for your own mission. | ||||
| Blanket (Lightweight Travel Blanket) |  $25.00 on Amazon | SAGEFINDS Airplane Travel Blanket | Compact Throw Blanket for Camping and Hiking | Converts into a Pillow | Travel Gift | Soft Jersey Knit | Fits in Backpack | Attaches to Luggage | Travel Essential | Travel Items | Small blanket that is lightweight, but warm. Our daughter arrived in the winter and wanted us to send another blanket to her. Her 1st week she was using this travel blanket and the blanket from the airplane. We're going to find another blanket we can send her or have her get one there in Argentina. It heated up pretty quickly and we never had to send her another blanket...she is using this one when her apartments don't have any. | ||
| Clothes hangers (9) |  View on Amazon | Stow-N-Go Folding Travel Hangers, Iron, 3-Piece Set, Black, Maximize Storage Space, Minimize Wrinkles, Pack Clothes Neatly | Travel Items | Our son loved these hangers because he could keep his shirts and suits on the hangers, fold them up together and put them straight into his suitcase still on the hangers when he got transferred. | ||
| Hand towel (2) | $8.99 on Amazon | Rainleaf Microfiber Towel Perfect Travel & Gym & Camping Towel. Quick Dry - Super Absorbent - Ultra Compact - Lightweight. Suitable for Trip, Beach, Shower, Backpacking, Pool | Travel Items | Take the microfiber 24 x 12 inches. Lightweight and dries really fast. | ||
| Laundry Bag |  $8.99 ($4.50 / Count) on Amazon | DuomiW Mesh Laundry Bag Heavy Duty Drawstring Bag, Factories, College, Dorm, Travel and Apartment Dwellers, 24 x 36 Inches, 2 Pack, Black | Travel Items | Dirty laundry bag | ||
| Leatherman Tool (small, lightweight, no knife) |  View on Amazon | LEATHERMAN, Style PS Keychain Multitool with Spring-Action Scissors and Grooming Tools, Built in the USA, Black | Travel Items | Small tool in case she needs it. I wasn't sure if it could have a knife blade, so this one doesn't have a knife. | ||
| Luggage - Large Backpack / Carry-On |  $194.95 on Amazon | Osprey Sojourn Porter 46L Travel Backpack, Graphite Purple | Travel Items | For transfers and airplane | ||
| Luggage - Large Suitcase (2) |  $199.00 on Amazon | Samsonite Freeform 28-Inch Large Luggage with Dual 360° Spinner Wheels - Checked Suitcase - TSA Lock, Airline-Approved - Lightweight Durable Polypropylene Expandable Hardshell - Black | Travel Items | 31.1" x 20.95" x 13.78", 9.5 lbs. including wheels and handles. Each bag must not exceed 62 total dimensional inches or 157 total dimensional centimeters (total dimensional measurements = length + width + height). The maximum weight allowed for each checked bag is 50 pounds (22 kilograms). | ||
| Luggage - Small Carry-On (1) |  $129.87 on Amazon | Samsonite Freeform 21-Inch Hardside Carry-On Luggage with Spinner Wheels - Hardshell Carry-On Suitcase - TSA, Airline-Approved - Expandable Hard Shell, Smooth Rolling Wheels for Lightweight Travel | Travel Items | We were trying to not take this carry-on and only take the backpack carry-on, but we had to buy this last minute to fit everything in. | ||
| Luggage Locks |  $13.95 on Amazon | TSA Approved Cable Luggage Locks, Re-settable Combination with Alloy Body, Black 2 Locks. | Travel Items | |||
| Luggage Scale |  View on Amazon | Etekcity Luggage Scale for Travel Essentials, Digital Suitcase Weight Scale with Hook, Travel Accessories for Portable Hanging Baggage, 110 Pounds, Battery Included | Travel Items | This was handy to weigh our daughter's luggage before she left so she could distribute the weight between suitcases. It will also be nice when she is coming home so she doesn't get overweight fees, etc. | ||
| Luggage Strap |  $6.99 on Amazon | Luggage Straps for Suitcases TSA Approved, Travel Accessories to Connect Two Suitcase, Add Bag Luggage Straps for Carry On Your 3 Luggages Adjustable Buckle Belt, 2Pack Black | Travel Items | |||
| Luggage Tags |  $12.88 on Amazon | Silicone Luggage Tag with Name ID Card Perfect to Quickly Spot Luggage Suitcase (Plane 5Pcs Orange) | Travel Items | We like getting bright-colored luggage tags to make it easy to spot your luggage at the airport and to prevent others from thinking your luggage is theirs. | ||
| Mesh Zipper Bags (Water-Resistant) |  $29.99 on Amazon | pack all 3 Pcs Water-resistant Material Zipper Pouch Set, Mesh Zipper Bags for Storage, Travel, Office (Orange) | Travel Items | |||
| Neck Pillow for Airplane |  $39.99 on Amazon | Cabeau Evolution S3 Travel Pillow – Straps to Airplane Seat – Ensures Your Head Won’t Fall Forward – Relax with Plush Memory Foam – Quick-Dry Fabric Keeps You Cool and Dry (Indigo)… | Travel Items | Probably don't need this but it could be nice for the airplane. | ||
| Packing Cubes |  $26.99 on Amazon | GOX Ultralight 5 Piece Orange Packing Cubes Lightweight Travel Clothing Organizers Bags Pouches Luggage Cubes(Blue) | Travel Items | Our daughter really loves these. She uses them every day because most apartments she has been in don't have drawers to use. These make it easier for her to keep her clothes organized and it keeps the big bugs out of her clothes! | ||
| Pillow for Bed (memory foam) |  $31.91 on Amazon | Wise Owl Outfitters Camping Pillow - Camping Essentials and Travel Pillow for Airplanes, Camping, and Travel - Memory Foam Washable Pillow - Small/Medium | Travel Items | Our son really wanted one of these. This was his #1 item he wished he would have taken. Our daughter has used this pillow every night so far. | ||
| Pillowcase for Small Pillow (14 x 18) |  $7.99 on Amazon | NTBAY Microfiber Toddler Pillowcases with Envelope Closure, 2 Pack 100% Brushed Microfiber Super Soft Travel Kids Nursery Pillow Cases, 14"x20" Fits Pillows Sized 12"x16" 13"x18" 14"x19", Navy Blue | Travel Items | This is the pillowcase that fits the above small pillow (Wise Owl Medium) | ||
| Power Adapter (for apartment, less ports) |  $29.99 on Amazon | Ceptics World Power Plug Adapter Set, Dual USB & USB-C 3.1A, 20W with QC-PD, 2 USA Outlet Compact & Powerful, Use In Europe, Asia, Australia, Japan, Includes Type A, B, C, E/F, G, I SWadAPt Attachment | Travel Items | Need C, I, and A types | ||
| Power Adapter (for apartment, more ports) |  $49.99 on Amazon | Ceptics World Travel Adapter Kit 2 USB-A, USB-C US Outlets, 20W/QC 18W Power Delivery, Surge Protection, SWADAPT Compatible for Europe, UK, China, Australia, Japan Perfect Laptop (WPS-5B) | Travel Items | Need C, I, and A types | ||
| Power Adapter (small for portable daily use) |  $11.99 on Amazon | US to Argentina Travel Adapter Plug for USA/Universal to South America Type I & E (C/F) AC Power Plugs Pack of 2 | Travel Items | Small for charging phone | ||
| Power Adapter Case |  $14.99 on Amazon | Aproca Grey Hard Travel Storage Protective Case, for Ceptics World Travel Adapter Kit | Travel Items | Case to hold the Ceptics world travel adapter and cables | ||
| Power Adapter Type C (portable daily use) |  $15.99 on Amazon | Ceptics European Travel Plug Adapter - 5 Input with 20W PD-QC 3.1A Dual USB-C and USB - Light Weight - USA to Any Type C Countries Such as Italy, Iceland, Austria and More (PTU-9C), White | Travel Items | Type C with USB C to charge phone | ||
| Power Adapter Type I (portable daily use) |  $17.99 on Amazon | Ceptics Australia, China Travel Adapter - 5 Input with 20W PD-QC 3.1A Dual USB-C and USB - Ultra Compact - Light Weight - USA to Any Type I Countries Such as New Zealand, Argentina and More | Travel Items | Type I with USB C to charge phone. Our daughter has said she has used this one the most so far in Argentina | ||
| Sewing Kit |  $4.99 on Amazon | Sewing Kit, Sewing Kits for Adults, Okom 68Pcs Thread for Sewing, Sewing Accessories and Supplies, Sew Kit for Home,Traveler, DIY, Zipper Portable & Mini Sewing Needles for Handsewing,Scissors Etc(S) | Travel Items | Small Sewing Kit | ||
| Tide Stain Remover Pens |  $12.99 ($7.69 / Fl Oz) on Amazon | Tide Stain Remover for Clothes, Tide To Go Pen, Instant Stain & Spot Remover for Clothes, Travel & Pocket Size, 5 Count (Pack of 1) (Packaging May Vary) | Travel Items | Our daughter likes taking one of these with her in case she gets stains eating at member's houses, etc. | ||
| Tracker - AirTags to track luggage (iPhone Only) |  $74.99 on Amazon | Apple AirTag 4 Pack. Keep Track of and find Your Keys, Wallet, Luggage, Backpack, and More. Simple one-tap Set up with iPhone or iPad | Travel Items | Apple AirTags can only be found by iPhones and you need an iPhone to register the AirTags. We didn't send any of these with our daughter to Argentina because there is a smaller percentage of iPhones in Argentina compared to the United States. A larger majority of people have Android devices in Argentina currently. The missionaries in Argentina also have Android devices (although I don't know if the missionary phones have the Google Find My Device capabilities turned on, but other people walking by will have it activated). Check to see if there are a lot of Android devices in your mission and if there are a lot then these would work well. If the person who will be tracking the luggage (parent or guardian) uses an iPhone but there aren't many iPhones in the missionary's mission, I would recommend using the above Tile trackers since they can be tracked by both Android devices and iPhones. These trackers have replaceable batteries. The batteries are supposed to last about 1 year so your missionary would need to replace the batteries at some point. | ||
| Tracker - Chipolo POPs to track luggage (Android & iPhone) |  $89.00 on Amazon | Chipolo POP Tracker Tag - Colorful, Compatible, Loud Bluetooth Tracker with Call Your Phone & Out of Range Alert, Works with Apple Find My or Google's Find My Device - 4 Pack (Color Mix) | Travel Items | These trackers can be used by both iPhones and Android devices. They can be registered on either the Apple network or the Google Find My Device networks (Find Hub)...but not both at the same time. The nice thing about these ones is for them to be tracked out in the mission field, it doesn't require an app to be installed on the phone of the person walking near the trackers...they just need to have either an iPhone or an Android device with the Apple or Google tracking capabilities turned on which is normally turned on by default. These trackers have replaceable batteries. The batteries are supposed to last about 1 year so your missionary would need to replace the batteries at some point. | ||
| Tracker - Tiles to track luggage (Android & iPhone) |  $83.99 on Amazon | Tile by Life360 Mate Bluetooth Tracker, Keys Finder and Item Locator for Keys, Bags and More. Phone Finder. Both iOS and Android Compatible. 4-Pack (Colors) | Travel Items | We put tiles in our missionary's luggage to keep track of their luggage. Get ones to last more than 2 years and don't require your missionary to change the battery. The Tile Mate 3 lasts 3 years. Others have had success using Apple AirTags and the new Android Find My Device trackers would probably work as well. One downside to these Tile trackers is it requires other people near the trackers to have the Tile app installed on their iPhone or Android device. We have noticed that in the smaller cities of Argentina not many people have the app installed while the larger cities with more people track the devices more frequently. | ||
| Vacuum storage bags |  View on Amazon | 12Pack Small Vacuum Storage Bags, New Air Valve Space Saver Vacuum Sealer Bag for Clothes, Comforters, Blankets, Bedding, Hand Pump Included, Two Vacuum Ways | Travel Items | These were helpful to fit everything into suitcases. We didn't send the vacuum because you can still use the bags without it, and it also didn't support the voltage in Argentina. | ||
| Wash cloths (2) | Travel Items | |||||
| Bug Repellent Lotion |  $20.93 on Amazon | Sawyer Products SP5642 20% Picaridin Insect Repellent, Lotion, 4-Ounce, Twin Pack,White | Medical | Our daughter said she used about 1 bottle per month during bug season. Our son also used this for 2 years in Brazil and it worked great. | ||
| Bug Spray for Clothes - Permethrin |  $27.48 on Amazon | Sawyer Products SP6572 Twin Pack Premium Permethrin Clothing Insect Repellent Trigger Spray, 24 oz,Yellow | Medical | I think I used 4 spray bottles for all of our daughter's clothes before she left. | ||
| Cold-eeze (sugar free) |  $10.37 ($0.41 / Count) on Amazon | Cold-EEZE Sugar-Free, Natural Wild Cherry Zinc Lozenges, Homeopathic Cold Remedy, Shortens The Common Cold, Sore Throat, Cough, Congestion & Post Nasal Drip, 25 Ct | Medical | |||
| COVID tests |  $33.20 ($6.64 / Count) on Amazon | iHealth COVID-19 Antigen Rapid Test, 1 Pack, 5 Tests Total, FDA EUA Authorized OTC at-Home Self Test, Results in 15 Minutes with Non-invasive Nasal Swab, Easy to Use & No Discomfort | Medical | Maybe take these | ||
| First-aid kit: Supply of current prescription medications, multi-vitamins, cold and allergy medication, decongestant, thermometer, fever reducer, pain reliever, anti-diarrhea medication, antibiotic ointment, anti-itch cream, anti-fungal cream or spray, band-aids, 25-35% DEET mosquito repellent, and a medical ID bracelet, if needed. Pack your insect repellent in your checked luggage or it will be confiscated by airport officials |  $13.88 on Amazon | General Medi Mini First Aid Kit, 110 Piece Small First Aid Kit - Includes Emergency Foil Blanket, Scissors for Travel, Home, Office, Vehicle, Camping, Workplace & Outdoor (Red) | Medical | Small first aid kit. Hopefully you never have to use it, but handy to have in case you do. | ||
| If you have any required medications, please bring enough for your training at the MTC and fir the first three months of your mission. Not all medications are available in your mission. If you have questions as to whether your medications are available, please contact the mission office well before you enter the MTC | Medical | Need to get allergy pills, fish oil, hair & nails & skin, vitamins, pro-biotic, ibuprofen, DayQuil, NyQuil, Pepto-Bismol pills, feminine medicine, Tums, cough drops | ||||
| Itch Stick |  $22.39 ($3.73 / Count) on Amazon | Benadryl Extra Strength Itch Relief Stick, 6 Count | Medical | Our daughter uses this when she forgets to put bug spray lotion on | ||
| Moleskin for blisters |  $9.18 on Amazon | Dr. Scholl's Moleskin Padding ROLL, 1 roll // Thin, Flexible Cushioning & Pain Relief - Cut to Any Size - Doctor Recommended - 24 Inches X 4 5/8 Inches | Medical | This is great to prevent or treat blisters on new shoes, etc. | ||
| Pepto Bismol Tablets |  $7.79 ($0.16 / Count) on Amazon | Pepto Bismol Chewable Tablets for Nausea, Heartburn, Indigestion, Upset Stomach, and Diarrhea - 5 Symptom Fast Relief, Original Flavor, 48 ct | Medical | These can be useful to carry around in case someone feeds you something that doesn't agree with your stomach. | ||
| Sunscreen (30+SPF) and lip balm (30+ SPF) and ointment for heat rash if you will be serving in a warm climate or have sensitive skin |  $36.98 ($6.16 / Ounce) on Amazon | Sun Bum Original SPF 30 Sunscreen Body Spray | Broad Spectrum Moisturizing Sunblock with Vitamin E | Hawaii 104 Act Compliant (Octinoxate & Oxybenzone Free) | 2 Pack, 6 oz | Medical | Good for arms, legs, and neck | ||
| Sunscreen Spray |  $13.99 ($4.11 / Fl Oz) on Amazon | Sun Bum Original SPF 45 Sunscreen Mist - Broad Spectrum Moisturizing Facial Sunscreen Spray with Vitamin E - Hawaii 104 Act Compliant (Made without Octinoxate & Oxybenzone) - Travel Friendly - 3.4 oz | Medical | Works well on the face. Not oily | ||
| Sunscreen Sticks |  $10.97 ($24.38 / Ounce) on Amazon | Sun Bum Original SPF 30 Face Stick Sunscreen - Water-Resistant Broad Spectrum Facial Sunscreen with Vitamin E - Hawaii 104 Act Compliant (Without Octinoxate & Oxybenzone) - Travel Friendly - 0.45 oz | Medical | Our daughter doesn't like these, but our son liked having one in his bag in case he forgot sunscreen when he left the apartment | ||
| Thermometer |  $18.99 on Amazon | Forehead Thermometer for Adults and Kids, Digital Touchless Thermometer for Baby, Infants and Toddlers, 3 Color Fever Alarm, FSA HSA Eligible,1s Fast Accurate Reading, Non Contact | Medical | Our daughter has used this a few times already for herself and also her companions when they get sick. | ||
| Composition Notebooks for MTC (Blue or Grey) |  $16.99 on Amazon | Rosmonde College Ruled Composition Notebooks 5 Pack, 200 Pages (100 Sheets), 9-3/4" x 7-1/2", White & Black Marble Composition Book, Hard Cover, Sturdy Sewn Binding, School, College & Office Supplies | Study Supplies | |||
| Journals | Study Supplies | Our daughter took some of these with Hermana Ballam engraved. Bought & engraved at Deseret Book | ||||
| Travel Folding Scissors |  $11.99 on Amazon | Fiskars Explore Folding Scissor, Designer Collection, Ultra Lilac, Travel Friendly | Study Supplies | Small scissors | ||
| A&W Root Beer Drink Mix |  $6.09 ($5.75 / Ounce) on Amazon | A&W Root Beer Caffeine/Sugar Free Classic On-the-Go Drink Mix Packets - 2 Pk (12 ct) | Miscellaneous | Our daughter learned some other missionaries were using these, so she asked us to start sending some to her. She mixes them with sparkling water she buys at the local store. | ||
| Argentina Flag |  $25.99 on Amazon | Double Sided Argentina Flag 3x5 Outdoor Argentinian Flags Embroidered, Heavy Duty 210D Nylon,Sewn Stripes, Stronger Brass Grommets,4 Stitched Hemming,Perfect for Outside | Miscellaneous | This flag was nice because the sun is embroidered. We used it at Our daughter's farewell open house and for mission photos. | ||
| Carabiners |  $9.99 on Amazon | Heavy Duty Carabiner Clips Lightweight - Small D Ring Clips for Outdoor Camping Hammock Hiking Backpack Keys Dog Leash | Miscellaneous | Our son used these to hang stuff in his apartment | ||
| Home MTC banner |  $50.00 on Amazon | Welcome to the MTC Missionary Training Center Banner for Front Door - Latter Day Saint Mission Gift | Miscellaneous | |||
| Missionary Countdown Tracker Poster | Miscellaneous | I found an image for this on Etsy and printed it out on a poster with a sticky back on it at Walgreens | ||||
| Shoulder bags should be in conservative colors with no apparent logos or insignias. (Note: Backpacks are no longer allowed.) Shoulder bags should be waterproof or sprayed with a product to make them water-proof. | Miscellaneous | Bohme (c.c cross body, micah sling bag) & Baggu med. | ||||
| Spikeball |  $99.00 on Amazon | Spikeball Pro Kit (Tournament Edition) - Includes Upgraded Stronger Playing Net, New Balls Designed to Add Spin, Portable Ball Pump Gauge, Backpack | Miscellaneous | Maybe send this later if she wants it (and if the mission allows it). Our son's mission allowed Spikeball and they played it a lot on p-days to get exercise. | ||
| Umbrella (1): Sturdy, solid color |  $12.99 on Amazon | EEZ-Y Travel Umbrellas for Rain - Wind Resistant w/Open Close Button - Grey | Miscellaneous | The exact umbrella our daughter took isn't for sale on Amazon anymore. This one looks similar. | ||
| Waterproof spray for bags |  $7.39 ($0.57 / Fl Oz) on Amazon | Scotchgard Outdoor Water Shield, Water Repellent Spray for Outdoor Summer and Spring Gear and Patio Furniture, Fabric Spray for Protection Against the Rainy Spring Weather, 13 oz | Miscellaneous | We sprayed this on Our daughter's bags to make them waterproof |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many suitcases can a sister missionary take to Argentina?
Missionaries are typically allowed two 50-pound checked bags plus one carry-on and a personal item. However, it is recommended to check with your mission president or mission office for specific guidelines for your mission, as airline restrictions may vary. Keep in mind, missionaries need to haul all their suitcases around with them every transfer so the recommendation from our son and daughter is to try to limit the amount of stuff you take with you because when you get transferred you will need to take this luggage on busses, on Ubers, etc. Two pieces of luggage and a large backpack is ideal because you can drag the luggage with both your hands with your backpack on your back. Don't worry though if you must bring a third suitcase because most sister missionaries have a lot more stuff than elders.
What type of clothing is appropriate for sisters serving in Argentina?
First review these guidelines from the church. Sisters should pack modest blouses, dresses, skirts, or dress slacks suitable for the Argentine climate. The clothing should be professional, knee-length or longer, with sleeves. Consider the seasonal changes - summers can be very hot while winters can be quite cool, especially in Tucumán.
Do I need to bring my own bedding to the Argentina Tucuman Mission?
This may vary widely depending on your mission, so make sure to check your missionary portal and other resources provided by your mission. Apartments (pensions) in the Argentina Tucumán Mission provide basic bedding. Our daughter's mission papers said "Bedding: Sheets and pillowcase (1). Please be prepared to pay US$40-50 or its equivalent in local currency upon arrival in the mission field. The mission is responsible for all other bedding". In the Mexico City MTC (CCM), all the bedding was provided. When she arrived at the Tucuman mission office she got sheets, a pillowcase, and a pillow to use her entire mission. When our daughter gets transfered to a new area she takes her sheets and pillow (and pillowcase) with her to the new area. Our daughter also took this lightweight travel blanket which she uses in the winter months. Speaking recently with our daughter, she mentioned the Tucuman mission has changed the bedding requirements for new missionaries. She said now the missionary packing list asks missionaries to bring their own sheets. Now when the missionaries arrive at the Tucuman mission office they are given a pillow, a pillowcase, and a mattress cover. If they didn't bring their own sheets then they will need to buy some in their area. Make sure to check your missionary portal and other communication from your mission to see if you need to bring your own sheets or not.
What electrical adapters do I need for Argentina?
Argentina uses Type C and Type I electrical outlets with 220V power. You will need a universal adapter that can handle both Type C and Type I. I do not recommend taking a voltage converter. Instead of taking a voltage converter, just make sure your electronics are dual voltage (110V/220V) so they will work in Argentina without being damaged or catching on fire. I have a variety of adapters listed above that worked for our daughter in Argentina. She took a small one with her in her bag to charge her phone, and had a bigger one for her apartment with a surge protector built in.
What mosquito repellent works best in Argentina?
Both our son and daughter had the best luck using mosquito repellent that has Picaridin in it. They liked this Bug Repellent Lotion because it would last the entire day. Our son also started putting it on his feet at night because he was getting a lot of mosquito bites on his feet while he was asleep. The missionary portal mentioned the mission would provide mosquito repellent for both our missionaries, but neither one of our missionaries received mosquito repellent from their mission, so when they ran out of what we sent in their suitcase we used a courier service to mail them some more.
Do you have a similar packing list for Elders?
Yes, we have this Elder Missionary Packing List that we put together for our son who recently returned from serving a two year mission in the Brazil Rio de Janeiro South Mission.