Argentina — Complete Emigration Guide 2026
46,735,004 people · Capital: Buenos Aires · South America
Updated H2 2026 · Compiled from official government sources, re-checked on a rolling basis
Overview
Argentina is located in South America, with a population of 46,735,004. Its currency is the Argentine peso. Our database tracks 48 visa pathways for Argentina, each linked to a named source.
See also: Argentina country profile
Compiled from official government sources, re-checked on a rolling basis. See our methodology and data sources.
Visa Pathways (48)
Sponsored Employment (6)
| Programme | Min Income | Fee | Duration | Processing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Autorización de trabajo transitoria | — | — | — | — |
| Residencia Temporaria como trabajador migrante | — | — | 12 mo | — |
| Residencia Temporaria — Trabajador Migrante (Migrant Worker) | — | €614 | 12 mo | — |
| Visa for expatriate staff | — | €250 | — | — |
| Visa para Personal Trasladado | — | €250 | — | — |
| Working visa | €218/mo | €250 | 36 mo | — |
Digital Nomad (1)
| Programme | Min Income | Fee | Duration | Processing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| residencia transitoria como Nómada Digital | — | — | 6 mo | 15d |
Investment / Golden Visa (2)
| Programme | Min Income | Fee | Duration | Processing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ciudadanía por Inversión Relevante | — | — | — | 30d |
| Residencia Temporaria — Inversionista (Investor) | — | €614 | 36 mo | — |
Passive Income (1)
| Programme | Min Income | Fee | Duration | Processing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Residencia Temporaria como Rentista | — | €614 | 12 mo | — |
Retirement (1)
| Programme | Min Income | Fee | Duration | Processing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retirement Visa (Pensioner) | — | €614 | 12 mo | — |
Study (3)
| Programme | Min Income | Fee | Duration | Processing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Residencia Temporaria — Estudiante (Student) | — | €502 | 12 mo | — |
| Student visa – 365 days | — | €150 | 12 mo | — |
| Visa para Estudiantes No Oficial Intercambios Estudiantiles/Pasantes/Becarios (Arts. 8 a 13 disposición DNM 2802/2023) | — | €250 | — | — |
Research & Academia (4)
| Programme | Min Income | Fee | Duration | Processing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Residencia temporaria como científico y/o personal especializado y/o personal de traslado | — | — | 12 mo | 1d |
| Residencia Temporaria para científicos, personal especializado y personal de traslado — artículo 23 inciso e) Ley 25.871 | — | €614 | 36 mo | — |
| Residencia Temporaria — Académicos | €1,308/mo | €614 | 12 mo | — |
| Residencia Transitoria — Académico Transitorio (Short Academic Stay) | €2,179/mo | €502 | 3 mo | — |
Working Holiday (3)
| Programme | Min Income | Fee | Duration | Processing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Programa de Vacaciones y Trabajo (Work and Holiday Programme) | — | €230 | 12 mo | — |
| Programa de Vacaciones y Trabajo para extranjeros y argentinos | — | — | — | — |
| Work & Holiday Programme | — | — | — | — |
Seasonal Work (1)
| Programme | Min Income | Fee | Duration | Processing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Residencia Transitoria — Trabajador Migrante Estacional (Seasonal Worker) | — | €502 | 3 mo | — |
Family Reunification (4)
| Programme | Min Income | Fee | Duration | Processing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Family reunification visa | €218/mo | €250 | — | — |
| Residencia Permanente — Familiar de Argentino Nativo/por Opción (Family of Argentine Citizen) | — | €614 | 36 mo | — |
| Residencia Permanente — Hijo de Argentino nacido en el Exterior (Permanent Residence — Child of Argentine Born Abroad) | — | €62 | 36 mo | — |
| Residencia temporaria por reunificación familiar | — | €614 | 36 mo | — |
Spouse & Partner (1)
| Programme | Min Income | Fee | Duration | Processing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ciudadanía por Matrimonio con Argentino (Citizenship by Marriage) | — | — | — | — |
Ancestry & Descent (1)
| Programme | Min Income | Fee | Duration | Processing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ciudadanía por Opción — Hijo de Argentino nacido en el Exterior (Citizenship by Option for Child of Argentine Born Abroad) | — | €436 | — | — |
Free Movement (3)
| Programme | Min Income | Fee | Duration | Processing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Residencia Temporaria — MERCOSUR (Treaty Nationals) | — | €261 | 24 mo | — |
| Visa by nationality | — | €200 | 24 mo | — |
| Visa por nacionalidad | — | €200 | 24 mo | — |
General Residence (3)
| Programme | Min Income | Fee | Duration | Processing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Residencia Temporaria — Razones Especiales (Special Reasons) | €2,179/mo | €614 | 36 mo | — |
| Residencia Transitoria — Pasajero en Tránsito (Transit Passenger) | €2,179/mo | €482 | 1 mo | — |
| Residencia Transitoria — Tránsito Vecinal Fronterizo (Border Cross-Permit) | — | €1 | 24 mo | 30d |
Permanent Settlement (1)
| Programme | Min Income | Fee | Duration | Processing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Radicaciones Residencia Permanente | — | €614 | — | — |
Naturalisation & Citizenship (2)
| Programme | Min Income | Fee | Duration | Processing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ciudadanía por naturalización | — | — | — | 90d |
| Ley 346 - Ciudadanía Argentina | — | — | — | 90d |
Artists & Entertainers (1)
| Programme | Min Income | Fee | Duration | Processing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Residencia Temporaria — Deportistas y Artistas (Athletes / Artists) | €872/mo | €614 | 36 mo | — |
Religious Workers (3)
| Programme | Min Income | Fee | Duration | Processing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Residencia Temporaria para religiosos o religiosas de cultos reconocidos oficialmente | — | €230 | 36 mo | — |
| Visa para Religiosos del Culto Católico | €262/mo | €262 | — | — |
| Visas para Religiosos de Culto no Católico | €262/mo | €218 | — | — |
Medical Treatment (1)
| Programme | Min Income | Fee | Duration | Processing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Treatment Residence | — | €614 | 12 mo | — |
Humanitarian & Protection (1)
| Programme | Min Income | Fee | Duration | Processing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Syria programme | — | — | 12 mo | — |
Business Visit (1)
| Programme | Min Income | Fee | Duration | Processing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Visa para Congresos, Actividades Técnicas, Científicas, Artísticas o Profesionales | — | €174 | — | 60d |
Tourism & Short Stay (2)
| Programme | Min Income | Fee | Duration | Processing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Autorización de Viaje Electrónica (AVE) — Electronic Travel Authorisation for Tourists | — | €368 | 3 mo | 20d |
| Residencia Transitoria — Turista (Tourist) | — | €230 | 3 mo | 60d |
Transit (2)
| Programme | Min Income | Fee | Duration | Processing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Residencia Transitoria — Tripulantes del Transporte Internacional (International Transport Crew) | — | €502 | 1 mo | 30d |
| Tramitación de ingreso electrónica (TIE 24 H) | — | — | — | — |
Cost of Living
| Item | Argentina | W. Europe Avg | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (1BR) | €850 | €1,200 | -29% |
| Rent (3BR) | €1,450 | €2,000 | -28% |
| Groceries | €280 | €350 | -20% |
| Transport | €65 | €80 | -19% |
| Utilities | €180 | €150 | +20% |
| Dining (meal) | €12 | €15 | -20% |
Salary & Employment
| Sector | Median (gross, €/yr) |
|---|---|
| Construction | €24,000 |
| Education | €16,000 |
| Engineering | €28,000 |
| Finance | €35,000 |
| Healthcare | €22,000 |
| Hospitality | €14,000 |
| IT | €32,000 |
| Retail | €13,000 |
Shortage Occupations
- Software Engineer (IT)
- Nurse (Healthcare)
- Construction Manager (Construction)
Tax
Healthcare
Education
| University | QS Rank | English Progs | Tuition (Intl) |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Buenos Aires | 70 | 42 | €0 |
| Pontifical Catholic University of Argentina | 322 | 35 | €4,500 |
| National University of La Plata | 367 | 28 | €0 |
| National University of Córdoba | — | 22 | €0 |
| Austral University | 501 | 48 | €6,200 |
Practical Info
Banking
Driving
Phone & Internet
Credentials
Quality of Life
Official sources
The visa data on this page is compiled from official government sources — 50 of the 50 pathways link directly to the government page they were verified against, and 47 financial requirements below carry the exact quote from the official source. Values that fail verification are removed, not guessed — see the live verification freshness index.
- argentina.gob.ar · 3 pathways · verified 2026-06-12
- argentina.gob.ar · 2 pathways · verified 2026-06-23
- cancilleria.gob.ar · 2 pathways · verified 2026-06-23
- argentina.gob.ar · 2 pathways · verified 2026-06-24
- servicios.infoleg.gob.ar · 2 pathways · verified 2026-06-23
- cancilleria.gob.ar · 2 pathways · verified 2026-06-24
- argentina.gob.ar · 2 pathways · verified 2026-06-22
- argentina.gob.ar · 1 pathway · verified 2026-06-09
- argentina.gob.ar · 1 pathway · verified 2026-06-21
- argentina.gob.ar · 1 pathway · verified 2026-06-20
- cancilleria.gob.ar · 1 pathway · verified 2026-06-23
- migraciones.gob.ar · 1 pathway · verified 2026-06-08
Verified requirements — exact official citations
Each figure below was verified verbatim against the official page linked, on the date shown.
Residencia Temporaria — Pacientes bajo Tratamiento Médico · 2 verified requirements
Requirement: “Decreto 584/2024 + Cancillería: combined ~€820-€865.” — argentina.gob.ar
Savings / proof of funds: “A personas extranjeras que sean pacientes bajo tratamiento médico y demuestren la necesidad de radicarse en el país a fin de ser atendidos en establecimientos sanitarios públicos o privados de la República Argentina.” — argentina.gob.ar
Residencia Permanente — Familiar de Argentino Nativo/por Opción (Family of Argentine Citizen) · 2 verified requirements
Requirement: “Decreto 584/2024 Residencia Permanente extra-MERCOSUR ARS 100.000 (€62) + Cancillería USD 850 = ~€820-€865.” — cancilleria.gob.ar
Minimum income: “Requirements list documents only (passport, photos, vital record certificate, criminal record, consular fee of 250 US dollars or euros); page does not mention a minimum income/means-of-subsistence requirement” — cancilleria.gob.ar
Residencia Temporaria como Rentista · 2 verified requirements
Requirement: “Decreto 584/2024 + Cancillería: combined ~€820-€865.” — argentina.gob.ar
Minimum income: “Acreditar que el monto de la renta percibida sea equivalente o superior a la suma de CINCO (5) Salarios Minimo Vital y Movil (multiplo, sem valor fixo na fonte)” — argentina.gob.ar
Residencia Temporaria — Inversionista (Investor) · 2 verified requirements
Requirement: “Decreto 584/2024 + Cancillería: combined ~€820-€865.” — web.archive.org
Minimum investment: “debera realizar una inversion productiva, comercial o de servicios de interes para el pais, por un minimo de pesos un millon quinientos mil ($1.500.000)” — argentina.gob.ar, 2026-07-09
Student visa – 365 days · 2 verified requirements
Requirement: “Official teaching institution enrolment required; stay <365 days; fee USD 150” — cancilleria.gob.ar
Savings / proof of funds: “Proof of sufficient funds to cover stay and study expenses (consular authorities may request copies of bank account statements, credit card statements, or other).” — cancilleria.gob.ar, 2026-07-06
Residencia Temporaria — Estudiante (Student) · 2 verified requirements
Requirement: “Decreto 584/2024 + Cancillería: combined ~€482-€502 (estudiantes BR/UY/PY exentos de tasa migratoria consular per Cancillería).” — argentina.gob.ar
Savings / proof of funds: “Requisitos para acreditar la condicion de estudiante temporario. Segun tu categoria debes presentar: Estudiante de carrera completa del sistema de ensenanza oficial: Quien se encuentre inscripto como alumno regular en un establecimiento educativo publico o privado” — argentina.gob.ar, 2026-07-06
Residencia Temporaria como Pensionado · 2 verified requirements
Requirement: “Decreto 584/2024 + Cancillería: combined ~€820-€865.” — argentina.gob.ar
Minimum income: “"de un monto igual o superior a la suma de CINCO (5) Salarios Mínimo Vital y Móvil."” — argentina.gob.ar
Residencia temporaria por reunificación familiar · 2 verified requirements
Requirement: “Decreto 584/2024 + Cancillería: combined ~€820-€865.” — argentina.gob.ar
Minimum income: “página não menciona requisito de rendimento — só pede 'Acreditación de Domicilio' e 'Ingreso regular'; documentação para acreditar vínculo familiar (Partida de nacimiento o matrimonio), sem figura de rendimento mínimo” — argentina.gob.ar
Programa de Vacaciones y Trabajo (Work and Holiday Programme) · 2 verified requirements
Requirement: “Cancillería arancel consular USD 250 (€230). No DNM tasa migratoria adicional documentada para WHV (categoría treaty-based).” — cancilleria.gob.ar
Savings / proof of funds: “Proof of sufficient funds for the applicant's maintenance during the initial period of stay (a minimum of USD 2,500).” — cancilleria.gob.ar, 2026-07-09
Residencia Permanente — Hijo de Argentino nacido en el Exterior (Permanent Residence — Child of Argentine Born Abroad) · 2 verified requirements
Requirement: “Decreto 584/2024 Residencia Permanente extra-MERCOSUR ARS 100.000 (€62) por trámite administrativo de inscripción DNM. Sin tasa consular adicional pues el ingreso libre está garantizado por Art. 22.” — servicios.infoleg.gob.ar
Minimum income: “Asimismo, se considerarán residentes permanentes los inmigrantes parientes de ciudadanos argentinos, nativos o por opción, entendiéndose como tales al cónyuge, hijos y padres. A los hijos de argentinos nativos o por opción que nacieren en el extranjero se les reconoce la…” — servicios.infoleg.gob.ar
Visa para Estudiantes No Oficial Intercambios Estudiantiles/Pasantes/Becarios (Arts. 8 a 13 disposición DNM 2802/2023) · 2 verified requirements
Requirement: “Study >365 days; RENURE institution; proof of funds; consular fee USD 250” — cancilleria.gob.ar
Savings / proof of funds: “Proof of sufficient funds to cover stay and study expenses (consular authorities may request copies of bank account statements, credit card statements, or other).” — cancilleria.gob.ar, 2026-07-06
Ciudadanía por Inversión Relevante · 1 verified requirement
Minimum investment: “"la Agencia evaluará si la inversión realizada...califica como 'relevante', de acuerdo con lo que establezca el MINISTERIO DE ECONOMÍA" (Art. 2°).” — argentina.gob.ar, 2026-07-07
residencia transitoria como Nómada Digital · 1 verified requirement
Minimum income: “Documentación probatoria de la actividad que desarrolla ... certificaciones o recibos de ingresos u honorarios.” — argentina.gob.ar
Autorización de Viaje Electrónica (AVE) — Electronic Travel Authorisation for Tourists · 1 verified requirement
Requirement: “Tasa AVE turismo: USD 400 (≈€368 a junio 2026) per Cancillería + DNM.” — migraciones.gob.ar
Residencia Temporaria por Razones Humanitarias · 1 verified requirement
Requirement: “Decreto 584/2024 + Cancillería: combined ~€820-€865 (no documentada exención específica).” — argentina.gob.ar
Residencia Temporaria — Razones Especiales (Special Reasons) · 1 verified requirement
Requirement: “Decreto 584/2024 + Cancillería: combined ~€820-€865.” — argentina.gob.ar
Ley General de Reconocimiento y Protección al Refugiado (Ley 26.165) · 1 verified requirement
Requirement: “Decreto 231/2009: 'Refugiados/asilados: EXENTOS' de tasa migratoria. Free per Cancillería + Decreto 584/2024 (refugiados exentos).” — servicios.infoleg.gob.ar
Residencia Temporaria para religiosos o religiosas de cultos reconocidos oficialmente · 1 verified requirement
Requirement: “Decreto 616/2010 Art. 23(g): 'Quedan exentos del pago de la tasa migratoria.' Solo arancel consular USD 250 (€230) aplicable.” — argentina.gob.ar
Programa de Vacaciones y Trabajo para extranjeros y argentinos · 1 verified requirement
Savings / proof of funds: “2.500 dolares estadounidenses (demostrados mediante extractos bancarios o resumenes de tarjeta de credito de los ultimos tres meses)” — cancilleria.gob.ar, 2026-07-09
Residencia Temporaria — Trabajador Migrante (Migrant Worker) · 1 verified requirement
Requirement: “Decreto 584/2024 (tasas DNM): Residencia Temporaria extra-MERCOSUR ARS 100.000 (€62) + Cancillería arancel consular USD 250 + tasa migratoria extra-MERCOSUR USD 600 = combined ≈ €820-€865.” — argentina.gob.ar
Residencia Temporaria — Deportistas y Artistas (Athletes / Artists) · 1 verified requirement
Requirement: “Decreto 584/2024 + Cancillería: combined ~€820-€865.” — argentina.gob.ar
Residencia Temporaria — Académicos · 1 verified requirement
Requirement: “Decreto 584/2024 + Cancillería: combined ~€820-€865.” — argentina.gob.ar
Family reunification visa · 1 verified requirement
Requirement: “Spouse/parent/child of AR citizen or resident; consular fee USD 250” — cancilleria.gob.ar
Residencia Transitoria — Tripulantes del Transporte Internacional (International Transport Crew) · 1 verified requirement
Requirement: “Decreto 584/2024 Residencia Transitoria extra-MERCOSUR ARS 32.000 (€20) + Cancillería arancel consular USD 250 (€230) + tasa migratoria USD 600 (€552) cuando aplica visa = ~€482-€502. Muchos crew nacionales de países con exención consular pagan solo la tasa DNM.” — argentina.gob.ar
Residencia Transitoria — Pasajero en Tránsito (Transit Passenger) · 1 verified requirement
Requirement: “Decreto 584/2024 Residencia Transitoria extra-MERCOSUR ARS 32.000 (€20) + Cancillería arancel USD 250 (€230) + tasa migratoria USD 600 (€552) cuando aplica visa = ~€482-€502. Nacionales exentos de visa pagan solo la tasa DNM si aplica.” — argentina.gob.ar
Visa para Personal Trasladado · 1 verified requirement
Requirement: “Intra-company transfer; host RENURE cert required; consular fee USD 250” — cancilleria.gob.ar
Visa for expatriate staff · 1 verified requirement
Requirement: “Intra-company transfer; host RENURE cert required; consular fee USD 250” — cancilleria.gob.ar
Residencia Transitoria — Trabajador Migrante Estacional (Seasonal Worker) · 1 verified requirement
Requirement: “Decreto 584/2024: Residencia Transitoria extra-MERCOSUR ARS 32.000 (€20) + Cancillería arancel USD 250 + tasa migratoria USD 600 = ~€482-€502.” — argentina.gob.ar
Residencia Temporaria para científicos, personal especializado y personal de traslado — artículo 23 inciso e) Ley 25.871 · 1 verified requirement
Requirement: “Decreto 584/2024 tasa Residencia Temporaria extra-MERCOSUR ARS 100.000 (€62) + Cancillería USD 850 = ≈ €820-€865 combined.” — argentina.gob.ar
Residencia Temporaria — MERCOSUR (Treaty Nationals) · 1 verified requirement
Requirement: “Decreto 584/2024 Residencia Temporaria MERCOSUR ARS 50.000 (€31) + Cancillería arancel USD 250 + tasa migratoria MERCOSUR USD 300 = combined ~€520-€555. Estudiantes BR/UY/PY exentos de tasa migratoria.” — clond.cancilleria.gob.ar
Visa por nacionalidad · 1 verified requirement
Requirement: “MERCOSUR nationals; max 2-yr stay; consular fee USD 200” — cancilleria.gob.ar
Radicaciones Residencia Permanente · 1 verified requirement
Requirement: “Decreto 584/2024 Residencia Permanente extra-MERCOSUR ARS 100.000 (€62) + Cancillería USD 850 = ~€820-€865 combined.” — argentina.gob.ar
Residencia Transitoria — Turista (Tourist) · 1 verified requirement
Requirement: “Cancillería arancel consular USD 250 (€230) cuando se requiere visa; muchas nacionalidades exentas. Decreto 584/2024 no fija tasa DNM para turista (only renovación residencia precaria/transitoria post-arrival).” — argentina.gob.ar
Working visa · 1 verified requirement
Requirement: “Employment contract (RENURE employer) required; consular fee USD 250” — cancilleria.gob.ar
Work & Holiday Programme · 1 verified requirement
Savings / proof of funds: “resúmenes bancarios de los tres últimos meses o resúmenes de tarjeta de crédito que acrediten los fondos suficientes requeridos (2.500 dólares estadounidenses) para solventar el inicio de su estadía” — cancilleria.gob.ar, 2026-07-06
Residencia Transitoria — Académico Transitorio (Short Academic Stay) · 1 verified requirement
Requirement: “Decreto 584/2024 Residencia Transitoria extra-MERCOSUR ARS 32.000 (€20) + Cancillería USD 850 = ~€482-€502.” — argentina.gob.ar
Frequently Asked Questions
How many visa pathways does Argentina have?
Our database tracks 48 visa pathways for Argentina across 23 categories, the largest being Sponsored Employment, Family Reunification, Research & Academia. Each entry links directly to an official government source.
What is the minimum income for the Residencia Temporaria — Razones Especiales (Special Reasons)?
The Residencia Temporaria — Razones Especiales (Special Reasons) lists a minimum income of EUR 2,179 per month, according to the official source (last checked 2026-06-23).
What is the average salary in Argentina?
The average gross salary in Argentina is EUR 621 per month. The statutory minimum wage is EUR 255 per month.
How much does rent cost in Argentina?
A one-bedroom apartment in Argentina averages EUR 850 per month, and a three-bedroom apartment averages EUR 1,450 per month.
What is the top income tax rate in Argentina?
The top personal income tax rate in Argentina is 35%. The standard VAT rate is 21%.
How long does it take to qualify for citizenship in Argentina?
Among the pathways we track, the Ciudadanía por naturalización lists 2 years to citizenship. Timelines vary by route and personal circumstances — check the official source for your case.
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