Latin America
Argentina immigration and visa guide
Argentina features the Digital Nomad Visa (Nómadas Digitales), Visa Rentista, Mercosur Residence, and the fastest 2-year naturalization timeline to citizenship in the Americas.
Dirección Nacional de Migraciones (DNM) - Ministerio del Interior
- Processing time
- 2 – 6 weeks
- Passport validity
- 6+ months
- Points-based system
- No
- Digital nomad friendly
- Yes
Visa options in Argentina
Key requirements
- Proof of remote employment, freelance contracts, or passive income from abroad
- Curriculum vitae, portfolio, and clean apostilled criminal background certificate
- Submission via the RaDEX digital platform or Argentine Consular network
How to apply for a Argentina visa: step by step
- 1
Consular or RaDEX Portal Submission
Submit digital application on DNM website with remote work contracts and CV.
10 - 20 business days
- 2
Electronic Nomad Permit Issuance
Receive digital visa certificate granting 180 days initial legal stay in Argentina.
Immediate post-approval
- 3
DNI Biometrics & Extension in Buenos Aires
Extend for another 180 days at DNM headquarters in Retiro, Buenos Aires or apply for Residencia Temporaria / DNI.
1 - 2 weeks
Official government links
Frequently asked questions
How fast is Argentine citizenship?
Under Article 20 of the Argentine National Constitution and Law 346, any foreign national who has resided continuously in Argentina for 2 years can apply for Argentine citizenship before a federal court.
Find a licensed adviser
For advice on your own case, use a licensed immigration lawyer or adviser. Always check they are registered before you pay anyone. Imiatlas does not refer or review cases.
Look for a lawyer registered with the national bar association or law society in Argentina. The official immigration website explains any rules on who may represent applicants.
Dirección Nacional de Migraciones (DNM) - Ministerio del InteriorGeneral information to help you research, not legal advice. Rules change often: always confirm with Dirección Nacional de Migraciones (DNM) - Ministerio del Interior on the official website before applying.