YouTube Premium is billed in pesos in Argentina, and the price changed significantly in 2026: the Family plan increased by more than 50%. With those numbers, the difference between choosing the right or wrong plan can mean paying double per person.

Here you'll see how much each plan costs, how much it breaks down to per person, and how to pay for it. Download the belo app and check out how to organize your subscriptions in pesos and dollars.

How much does YouTube Premium cost in Argentina?

Google announced a price increase via email that takes effect starting with the August 2026 billing cycle. According to reports published about the adjustment, the plans are as follows, in pesos per month:

Prices per plan starting August 2026

There is also a Student plan, which requires periodic verification, and YouTube Premium Lite, a more affordable version that removes ads on most videos but does not include downloads or background playback.

It's best to check the app for their current prices. Reports about the increase do not clarify whether the amounts include taxes, so it's best to check the total shown on the checkout screen before confirming.

What does YouTube Premium include?

YouTube Premium includes ad-free playback, downloads for offline viewing, background play, and YouTube Music Premium.

That last point matters because YouTube Music Premium is also sold separately for those who only want music.

• The Individual plan covers a single Google account.

• The Two-person plan adds a second account.

• The Family plan allows adding up to five additional members—six people in total—and all must live at the same address. Each person uses their own Google account, with separate recommendations, watch history, and library.

• The Student plan requires verifying enrollment at an educational institution, and if the verification is not renewed, the account reverts to the individual price.

How much does each person pay depending on the plan?

Splitting the cost among those who actually use the plan changes the math. With the August 2026 prices, the Two-person plan is best for two people, and the Family plan starts making sense starting from three members.

Monthly cost per person (list prices)

To add members, the plan manager goes into the YouTube Premium settings, selects "Manage membership," and sends email invitations to their Google accounts.

Google verifies that everyone shares the same residential address, so if someone lives at a different address, the system may reject the request.

How to pay for YouTube Premium in Argentina?

YouTube Premium is billed in Argentine pesos, so the amount does not depend on currency conversion. It is paid with the credit or debit card linked to your Google account.

Before confirming, check that the currency on the payment screen is ARS and that the payment method is active, because if the card expires or has insufficient funds, Google may retry the charge and subsequently suspend the service.

Since the charge is in pesos, the right payment method is one denominated in pesos. The belo prepaid Mastercard is designed for everyday payments in pesos within Argentina and allows you to load only what you want to spend.

The belo LUX virtual card is aimed at services that bill in dollars: it is a Visa issued in Puerto Rico, and local services that require a domestic card may decline it. For those cases, there is a guide on how to pay in dollars without a credit card.

YouTube Premium or Spotify and Netflix?

The most direct comparison for YouTube Music Premium is Spotify, which also offers individual, family, and student plans. YouTube Music adds official music videos and live performances, while Spotify has a more established ecosystem of playlists and podcasts.

If you already pay for full YouTube Premium, you get YouTube Music included at no extra cost.

Against Netflix, the comparison is about budget, not content: Netflix offers proprietary and licensed productions, while YouTube Premium removes ads from creators' content.

If you're particularly interested in Netflix, there is a guide on how to pay for Netflix with a digital wallet. The helpful approach is to add up all your subscriptions and calculate how much each one costs per person. Download the belo app and check the current terms for your account.

Frequently asked questions about YouTube Premium in Argentina

Can I use the Family plan if members live at different addresses?

Google requires all members to share the same residential address. If someone in the group lives at a different address, the system may decline their addition to the plan.

Does YouTube Music Premium replace Spotify?

It depends on how you use it. YouTube Music offers music videos and live versions, while Spotify is more advanced in algorithmic playlists and podcasts. Anyone who already pays for YouTube Premium has YouTube Music included, so it's worth trying it out before adding another service.

What happens if I don't renew my Student plan verification?

If you don't complete the verification, the plan will revert to the individual price in the next billing cycle.

Does YouTube Premium charge additional taxes in Argentina?

Reports about the increase do not clarify whether the prices include taxes. Check the total and currency on the payment screen before confirming, and consult your bank on how they process transactions made with your card.

Is the Family plan worth it if there are fewer than six of us?

Based on list prices, for two people the Two-person plan is best, and the Family plan starts being worth it with three or more members. With four or more, the savings are even more noticeable, so it pays to count who will actually be using it.