Argentina — Residency: Digital Nomad Visa

Why this matters

It's the fastest legal route for remote workers to live in Argentina without local employment, but since late 2025 it explicitly does not count toward permanent residency, so anyone wanting to stay long-term should plan a separate residency category (e.g. rentista or work visa).

Key facts

• There is no official published minimum income figure; guides recommend showing roughly USD 2,000-2,500/month in consistent foreign-source income via 3-6 months of bank statements.
• Mandatory health insurance with at least USD 20,000 in coverage for the stay has been required since July 2025.
• As of Decreto 366/2025, the visa is classified as a 'residencia transitoria' and does not by itself lead to permanent residency.
• Total government fees are commonly cited as around USD 200 (roughly a USD 120 migration fee plus USD 80 consular fee), separate from any visa-service/attorney fees.
• Applicants must show remote employment or a services contract with a company based outside Argentina.

Steps

1. Step 1: Gather required documents — Valid passport, proof of remote employment or foreign client contracts, 3-6 months of bank statements showing consistent foreign income, and proof of health insurance with at least USD 20,000 coverage.
2. Step 2: Submit the application — Apply online or through an Argentine consulate before travel, or in some cases after entry, via the Agencia Nacional de Migraciones (the immigration authority restructured under the Security Ministry in November 2025).
3. Step 3: Wait for approval and pay fees — Sources report processing times ranging from about 10 business days up to 30-45 days depending on the office and case load; pay the migration and consular fees (roughly USD 200 combined).

Costs

• Migration fee: ~USD 120
• Consular fee: ~USD 80
• Health insurance (required minimum coverage): USD 20,000 minimum coverage for the stay

Timelines

• Application processing time: Roughly 10-45 days depending on source and office; allow up to 6 weeks
• Maximum stay under this visa: Up to 12 months (transitory residence, not renewable into permanent status)

Required documents

• Valid passport
• Proof of remote employment or foreign-client service contracts
• 3-6 months of bank statements showing consistent foreign-source income
• Proof of health insurance with minimum USD 20,000 coverage
• Proof of accommodation in Argentina (address)

Common mistakes

• Assuming this visa leads to permanent residency -- since Decreto 366/2025 it is explicitly a transitory residence.
• Not carrying qualifying health insurance coverage (minimum USD 20,000), required since July 2025.
• Underestimating documentation/translation lead time for bank statements and contracts.