Overview
One of South America's major economies, Argentina is preparing to launch a new citizenship-by-investment program, based on legislation enacted in 2025 and investment conditions announced in October 2026.
The program allows foreign investors to apply for citizenship through a non-refundable contribution to the Argentine National Treasury or by investing in government bonds to be issued specifically for the program.
Argentine citizenship stands out for its broad international travel access, regional mobility advantages across South American countries, and the possibility of dual citizenship.
Moreover, the program covers not only the investor but also their spouse and children who meet the eligibility requirements.
Benefits of Argentine Citizenship
The Argentine passport offers visa-free, visa-on-arrival, or similarly facilitated entry to around 170 destinations. It provides visa-free access for short stays in key destinations such as the Schengen Area, the United Kingdom, and Japan.
Argentina allows dual and multiple citizenship. Investors can apply for Argentine citizenship while keeping their existing citizenships.
Argentine citizenship makes it easier to access residence and work opportunities under agreements in force across the MERCOSUR region. It offers regional mobility advantages with countries such as Brazil, Uruguay, and Paraguay.
The main applicant's spouse and children can apply for Argentine citizenship within the framework of the specified additional contribution amounts and application requirements.
Unlike the traditional naturalization process, the new citizenship-by-investment program provides for applications to be made without the requirement of two years of residence in the country.
Once the application is approved, investors obtain Argentine citizenship rather than a temporary residence permit. This status is subject to the citizenship legislation in force.
Who Can Obtain Argentine Citizenship?
INVESTOR
Foreign investors who meet the program's investment requirements and successfully pass identity and financial background checks.
SPOUSE
The legally married spouse of the main applicant. An additional Treasury contribution of USD 100,000 is envisaged for the citizenship application.
CHILDREN UNDER 18
Children of the main applicant who are under 18 years of age. An additional contribution of USD 25,000 applies for each child.
CHILDREN AGED 18–25
Children aged 18–25 who are unmarried and have no children of their own. An additional contribution of USD 100,000 applies for each.
Argentine Citizenship Program Requirements
You can apply to the citizenship program by making a non-refundable contribution of at least USD 350,000 to the Argentine National Treasury.
This option is intended for investors who aim to obtain citizenship through a direct financial contribution. The contribution amount is non-refundable.
You can apply for citizenship by investing USD 800,000 in government bonds to be issued specifically under the program.
A seven-year investment period is envisaged for the bonds. Returns, repayment, and other financial terms should be assessed based on current official documents before investing.
| Applicant | Contribution amount |
| Main applicant | USD 350,000 |
| Spouse | +USD 100,000 |
| Child under 18 | +USD 25,000 |
| Eligible child aged 18–25 | +USD 100,000 |
Example: USD 500,000 for a family of four
A family of four, consisting of the main applicant, their spouse, and two children under 18, can apply to the program with a total Treasury contribution of USD 500,000.
The amounts shown relate to the announced Treasury contributions. Official application, review, consultancy, and other processing fees may apply separately.
Key Information
LOCATION
South America
CAPITAL
Buenos Aires
TIME ZONE
UTC–03:00 (ART)
TOTAL AREA
2,780,085 km2
LANGUAGE
Spanish
CURRENCY
Argentine Peso (ARS)
Why Argentina?
Argentina
Global Travel Freedom
The Argentine passport provides access to a wide international travel network, including key destinations in Europe and Asia.
Argentina
A Gateway to South America
Regional agreements under MERCOSUR offer Argentine citizens significant opportunities to live, work, and grow their business activities in South America.
Argentina
Second Citizenship and Family Planning
Argentina's allowance of dual citizenship and the possibility of including family members in the application make it an alternative for long-term international mobility planning.
Argentine Citizenship Application Stages
- Your application requirements are assessed together with Vesta Global experts.
- The most suitable option is evaluated from among the USD 350,000 Treasury contribution or the USD 800,000 government bond.
- The required documents showing identity, family ties, financial standing, and the source of the investment are prepared.
- Applicants' identity, source of funds, financial history, criminal record, and immigration history are reviewed by the relevant authorities.
- The investment and application procedures are completed in line with the implementation rules once they enter into force.
- The assessment prepared by the Citizenship by Investment Programs Agency is submitted to the Argentine National Directorate of Migration for the final decision.
- Once the application is approved, citizenship registration and passport procedures are completed.
- The application stages may be updated in line with the implementation procedures that will be announced once the program officially becomes operational.
Frequently Asked Questions
It is a new program created by Argentina to give foreign investors the opportunity to apply for citizenship in return for specific financial contributions. It includes the options of a contribution to the National Treasury or an investment in government bonds.
The minimum investment for the main applicant is USD 350,000. As an alternative, an investment of USD 800,000 in government bonds is envisaged.
The Argentine government has announced that it plans for the program to begin accepting applications in the fourth quarter of 2026. The exact opening date for applications has not yet been announced.
The legal framework created for citizenship by investment allows applications to be made independently of the traditional two-year residency requirement. The final implementation conditions will be clarified through official regulations.
Yes. Argentina allows dual and multiple citizenship. Turkish citizens also do not automatically have to give up their Turkish citizenship.
Yes. Spouses and children can apply within the scope of the announced additional contribution amounts and eligibility requirements.
The Argentine passport provides visa-free, visa-on-arrival, or similarly facilitated entry to around 170 destinations. The Schengen countries, the United Kingdom, and Japan are among the prominent destinations. Travel conditions may vary depending on the country and the purpose of travel.
No. Under current rules, Argentine citizens are required to obtain an appropriate visa to travel to the US.
A seven-year government bond option has been announced under the program. The repayment terms at maturity, market and issuer risks, and any return conditions should be assessed based on the current issuance documents.
The exact processing time for the program has not yet been announced. The time taken to review applications will vary depending on official procedures and security checks.
Argentine citizenship does not grant an automatic right to reside or work in Spain. However, under Spanish legislation, a shorter naturalization period may apply under certain conditions to citizens of Ibero-American countries such as Argentina. Legal residence in Spain and other requirements must still be met separately.
By speaking with Vesta Global experts, you can learn about the program's current status, the investment options, and the documents required for the application.
Vesta Global Citizenship Advisory
With its experience in residence and citizenship programs through international investment, Vesta Global helps investors evaluate options across different countries.
Under the Argentine citizenship-by-investment program, we aim to provide advisory support in comparing investment alternatives, assessing application eligibility, preparing documents, and coordinating the process with the relevant experts.
To get information on the program's current conditions and application timeline, you can contact Vesta Global experts.