Transitory Residence for Digital Nomads

Argentina digital nomad visa (2026)

Argentina grants a transitory residence to foreign nationals who work remotely for clients abroad. It lasts up to 180 days and can be extended once for the same period, and the application is made in person inside the country.

Minimum income: No minimum income set
Length of stay: Up to 180 days
Renewal: Can be extended once for another 180 days
Fee: ARS 32,000 for non-Mercosur nationals (ARS 16,000 for Mercosur) for a transitory residence; extension fee extra
Processing time: Not stated

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Who can apply

Only nationals of countries that do not need a visa to enter Argentina as tourists may apply.

Citizen of a country that is visa-exempt for Argentina as a tourist
Provide remote services to clients or employers located abroad
Already in Argentina after a regular entry
Clean criminal record (for applicants over 16)

Income requirement

You need to show at least No minimum income set. No threshold is published; applicants prove their remote work and income with contracts, receipts or similar records.

Documents you need

Valid passport
Signed application describing the remote work
Short CV showing experience and education
Proof of work and income, such as a contract, certifications or fee receipts, plus at least one professional reference
Argentine criminal record certificate and proof of address
Apostille or legalization and sworn translation for foreign documents

How to apply, step by step

Enter Argentina regularly as a tourist
In Buenos Aires city, email the immigration advisory desk; elsewhere, go to the local DNM office
Attend in person with original documents and pay the fees generated by the platform

Cost and processing time

The fee is aRS 32,000 for non-Mercosur nationals (ARS 16,000 for Mercosur) for a transitory residence; extension fee extra. Processing takes not stated. Budget extra for translations, certified copies and health insurance.

Tax

Official pages do not address tax. Tax residency usually starts after 183 days, so check with a tax adviser.

Good to know

No lawyer or agent is needed
A priority appointment is available for an extra fee

Visiting first?

90 passports can enter Argentina visa-free for a short stay, a common way to try the country before applying. Check Argentina visa requirements for your passport.