Residence in Argentina: permits and requirements
Living legally in Argentina is possible through 6 permit types: temporary, permanent, other, family, investment, international protection. Each program has its own requirements; below are the duration, renewal, costs and documentation according to the country's official sources.
Temporary Residency
Residence type #1 of 6
Temporary residence authorization for nationals of countries that are not Mercosur member states, up to 2 years, renewable.
Requirements
- No serious criminal record
- Verifiable means of subsistence
- Legal entry into Argentine territory
Documentation
- Valid passport
- Criminal record certificate from the country of origin and from Argentina
- Proof of address
- Medical certificate
Frequently asked questions about residence in Argentina
How many types of residence permits are there in Argentina?
Argentina offers 6 residence permit types, grouped into the categories temporary, permanent, other, family, investment, international protection. Each permit has its own requirements, duration and documentation, detailed in this fact sheet according to the country's official sources.
How long do residence permits in Argentina last?
Durations vary by permit type: Up to 3 years depending on the category (Law 25.871; DNM provision); Indefinite; 2 years; Direct permanent and indefinite status for spouses, children or parents of Argentines; otherwise temporary then permanent (Law 25.871 art. 22). The exact details of each type appear in the corresponding fact sheet.
Can residence permits in Argentina be renewed?
It depends on the type: 5 of 6 permits are renewable. Each fact sheet on this page indicates whether the permit in question allows renewal.
What documentation is usually required to reside in Argentina?
Although each permit requires its own file, the most recurrent documents are: Certificado de antecedentes penales; Proof of address; Valid passport. The complete list by residence type appears in each fact sheet, together with the corresponding official link.
Does residence in Argentina lead to nationality?
Yes, through the Citizenship by residence pathway, which requires 2 years of legal residence. The complete requirements are in the nationality fact sheet of Argentina.
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