Foreign citizens who want to relocate to Argentina must observe the Argentine residency requirements. Our team of Argentine lawyers can provide details about immigration to Argentina in 2026 and related procedures.
| Quick Facts | |
|---|---|
| Temporary residence permit types | – employment, – study, – family reunification – medical purposes, – training, – investments |
Time needed to obtain the temporary residence permit (approx.) | Around 45 days |
Temporary residence permit validity | 1 year |
| Documents for obtaining temporary residence | – valid passport, – proof of income, – clear criminal record, – health insurance |
| Mandatory registrations with state authorities (i.e. with the population/municipality register) |
Yes
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| Dependents can join the temporary permit holder | Yes |
| Temporary or permanent residency for investment purposes | Yes |
| Minimum temporary residence before applying for permanent residence | 2 years |
| Documents for obtaining permanent residence | – valid passport, – health insurance, – proof on income, – former temporary residence permit, – birth certificate |
| Naturalization requirements | – living in Argentina for at least 2 years, – Spanish language knowledge, – clear criminal record |
| Citizenship after permanent residence | Yes |
Table of Contents
Who needs to obtain residency in Argentina?
Foreign citizens who want to live, work, study, or retire in Argentina in 2026.
What types of residence permits are available in Argentina in 2026?
- Employment,
- Family reunification,
- Study,
- Training,
- Medical purposes,
- Investments,
- Rentista,
- Pensionado, etc.
What are the documents required for an Argentine residence permit?
- IDs/Passports – notarized and apostilled,
- clear criminal record,
- proof of source of income – salary or personal funds,
- application form provided by DNM,
- proof of domicile, etc.
NOTE! USD 1,500 is required as minimum income for persons applying for arentista or pensionado visa for relocation to Argentina.
The following infographic contains information on how to obtain residency in Argentina:
Where is the residence application done in Argentina?
- At the National Directorate of Migrations in Argentina (DNM), through its official portal,
- At an Argentine Consulate or Embassy in the country of origin.
IMPORTANT! The National Registry of Recidivism will make internal verifications once you are in Argentina.
Can citizens in a legal civil union apply for residency in Argentina?
Yes, this is part of the family reunification process for relocation to Argentina.
Is residency by investment available in Argentina in 2026?
Yes. This involves:
- ARS 1.5 million or around USD 6,000 as minimum investments,
- manage a business or submit a project.
NOTE! This is the path to obtain the investor visa for Argentina, which grants residency for 3 years.
Below is a video presentation with information about residency in Argentina:
How can I obtain residency as a retiree in Argentina?
- providing a source of funds (bank statements from the country of origin),
- pension/retirement document,
- ID/passport,
- proof of paid fee.
- clear criminal record,
- at least USD 1,500 as a monthly pension,
- applicants must live in Argentina for at least 7 months per year.
What is the validity of a temporary residence permit in Argentina?
One year. It can be renewed for 2 years, and then you can apply for a permanent residence permit in Argentina.
Are there any other residency options in Argentina in 2026?
Foreign citizens who provide an annual income of at least ARS 30,000 can be eligible for a temporary resident visa in Argentina, as stated by legislation no. 25.871, Decreto 616/2010. This kind of visa is valid for 1 year and can be renewed for up to 3 years.
What are the advantages of a residency permit in Argentina?
- possibility to immigrate with family members,
- business opportunities,
- right to work in Argentina,
- access to medical services and education,
- affordable cost of living,
- path to permanent residency and citizenship in Argentina.
To obtain a residence permit in Argentina without having difficulties regarding procedures and requirements, do not hesitate to contact our law firm in Argentina.