Argentina · Researcher Visa

Residencia Temporaria para científicos, personal especializado y personal de traslado

Official name Residencia Temporaria para científicos, personal especializado y personal de traslado — artículo 23 inciso e) Ley 25.871

By António Mira, Founder · Member, Arab-Portuguese Chamber of Commerce & Industry (CCIAP) & Portuguese-Saudi Business Council (PSBC)
✓ Verified against the official government source · Last verified 2026-06-22 · Our methodology
5.8/10 diff
Challenging

For researchers, directors, professors, technical/managerial staff contracted by an Argentine public or private entity.

Min income
Processing
Path to PR
Yes
Job offer
Required
Direct answer

For researchers, directors, professors, technical/managerial staff contracted by an Argentine public or private entity.

At a Glance

Visa Duration
36 months
Processing Time
Min Income
Path to PR
Yes
Difficulty
5/10 — Challenging

Eligibility Requirements

RequirementDetails
Job Offer RequiredYes
Sponsorship RequiredYes
Health Insurance RequiredNo

Family & Rights

RightDetails
Family AllowedYes
Spouse Can WorkYes
Path to Permanent ResidencyYes

Related Pathways

Cost of Living

Buenos Aires
Single (monthly)€636
Family (monthly)€1,364
Rent 1BR (center)€318
Groceries€159
Transport pass€38
Córdoba
Single (monthly)€409
Family (monthly)€909
Rent 1BR (center)€227
Groceries€102
Transport pass€25
Mendoza
Single (monthly)€345
Family (monthly)€773
Rent 1BR (center)€182
Groceries€86
Transport pass€21
Cordoba
Single (monthly)€394
Family (monthly)€863
Rent 1BR (center)€150
Groceries€98
Transport pass€24

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Residencia Temporaria para científicos, personal especializado y personal de traslado — artículo 23 inciso e) Ley 25.871?

For researchers, directors, professors, technical/managerial staff contracted by an Argentine public or private entity.

Can I bring my family on the Residencia Temporaria para científicos, personal especializado y personal de traslado — artículo 23 inciso e) Ley 25.871?

Yes, this pathway allows family members including dependents. Your spouse may also be eligible to work.

Can the Residencia Temporaria para científicos, personal especializado y personal de traslado — artículo 23 inciso e) Ley 25.871 lead to permanent residency?

Yes — this pathway can lead to permanent residence, subject to meeting the residence and other conditions. We do not publish a qualifying timeline for this route because we have no official source stating one; check with the relevant authority for the current residence requirement.

Are there alternative pathways to Argentina?

Yes. Argentina offers 19 other immigration pathways. Compare all options on our Argentina country page.

What is the cost of living in Argentina?

Monthly costs for a single person in city center: Buenos Aires: €636/mo; Córdoba: €409/mo; Mendoza: €345/mo. These include rent, groceries, transport, and utilities.

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Data last verified: 2026-06-22 · See our methodology

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