Why Choose Argentina to Obtain Your Residency and Passport?
- Creimerman Product Team
- Jan 7
- 3 min read
Updated: Aug 18
If you're looking for a fast and high-quality passport, Argentina might be the perfect option. This article will explain the residency options, benefits, and how to start the process simply and efficiently.
Why the Argentine Passport?
Visa-Free Access to 172 Countries Including the entire Schengen Area, much of Asia, and Latin America.
Fast and Accessible ProcessYou can apply for citizenship after just two years of legal residency — or in as little as 6 months through extraordinary contribution.
No Tax if You Don't Generate Local Income Obtaining residency doesn’t make you a tax resident unless you generate income within Argentina.
High Quality of Life Buenos Aires offers a cosmopolitan lifestyle with vibrant culture, top gastronomy, and a lower cost of living compared to Europe or the U.S. Argentina also has stunning natural diversity — from glaciers to tropical jungles.
How to Obtain Residency in Argentina
Before applying for citizenship, you must first obtain legal residency. There are two main options:
1. Rentista Residency (Passive Income outside Argentina)
Perfect for individuals who can demonstrate a monthly passive income of at least USD 1,500 per person, such as:
Rental income from properties
Dividends from stocks or businesses
Returns from overseas investments
Costs: Starting at USD 10,000 per applicant, with higher-tier packages available for families or VIP service.
2. Sponsorship Program (Active Income in Argentina)
If you don’t meet the passive income requirements, we offer a sponsorship program where we provide you with a payroll (nómina) service in Argentina.
What’s included:
Payroll service as an employee, fully compliant with Argentine tax and labor regulations
Management of the entire application process
No need to show personal income
Personalized service for families
Costs: Starting at USD 20,000, this is a turnkey solution.
Paths to Argentine Citizenship (Updated 2025)
1. Roots-Based Citizenship (Standard Path)
Reside legally in Argentina for 2 years with a temporary or permanent residency permit before applying for citizenship through the National Immigration Department.
2. Birth in Argentina (for Parents)
If your child is born in Argentina, you now receive temporary residency (not immediate citizenship). You must still complete the 2-year residency period before applying for citizenship.
3. Citizenship by Investment (New – 2025)
Foreign nationals can now obtain Argentine citizenship by making a qualifying investment in Argentina — such as in real estate, productive ventures, or government-approved funds — starting from USD 200,000 and up to USD 500,000, depending on the project.
No residency or physical presence required.
Application handled entirely by the National Immigration Department.
Designed for high-net-worth individuals seeking a fast-track Argentine passport.
Application Process
Option 1: Apply from Argentina
If you don't need a visa to enter:
Travel to Argentina
Apply for residency (1-week process)
Receive your DNI within 20–30 days
Start your citizenship path
Option 2: Apply through a Consulate
If you do need a visa to enter Argentina:
We file your application in Argentina (takes approx. 90 days)
Once approved, you visit the Argentine consulate in your country
The visa is stamped in your passport
You travel to Argentina and complete the process in around 20 days
Required Documents
Passport
Criminal background checks (country of origin + any country where you've lived more than a year in the past 3 years)
Proof of income (depending on residency type)
Why Work With Us?
At Creimerman, we walk you through the entire process:
Legal and strategic guidance
Document preparation and filings
Personalized support for you and your family
Book a consultation now and take the first step toward your Argentine passport.
Argentina: More Than a Passport
From the peaks of the Andes to the energy of Buenos Aires, Argentina offers not just a second passport — but a better lifestyle.
