Argentina citizenship by investment
An Argentine passport from USD 350,000, with no requirement to live in the country. The program was priced on October 2, 2026 and applications are expected in Q4 2026. This guide tracks every official detail.
Program status. Pricing is official. Applications are not open yet. Two federal courts ruled against the enabling decree in June 2026 and the government appealed. Read the full timeline
Why invest instead of waiting
Without investment the law asks for two years of residence. In practice the full process takes four to five years today.
| Citizenship by investment | Naturalization without investment | |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum cost to the state | USD 350,000 contribution or USD 800,000 bond | None |
| Residence before applying | Not required | 2 years by law |
| Typical total time | Not published yet | 4 to 5 years in practice |
| Must you move to Argentina | No | Yes |
| Family | Spouse and children in one application | Each person qualifies separately |
Guides
- Program rulesWhat is confirmed, family amounts, screening and open questions
- Family cost calculatorTotal government amount for your family
- Program statusEvery milestone with its source, including the court case
- The Argentine passportWhat the passport gives you
- Dual citizenshipCan you keep your current passport
- For US citizensDocuments, taxes and what changes for Americans
How this guide is made
Official sources first
Every fact links to a decree, a ministry statement or a recognised law firm alert.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Argentina citizenship by investment program?
It is a program created by DNU 366/2025 that grants Argentine citizenship in exchange for a qualifying investment, without prior residence in the country. Applications are expected to open in the fourth quarter of 2026.
How much does Argentine citizenship by investment cost?
The main applicant pays a non-refundable contribution of USD 350,000 to the National Treasury or subscribes USD 800,000 to a special government bond. A spouse or a child aged 18 to 25 adds USD 100,000. A child under 18 adds USD 25,000.
When can I apply?
The Ministry of Economy said the program will receive applications in the fourth quarter of 2026. The application portal and procedural fees were not published at the time of our last review.
How long does it take without investment?
By law a foreigner can apply after two years of residence. In practice, counting the residency permit and the court process, it usually takes four to five years today.
Can I keep my current citizenship?
Argentina does not require you to give up your current citizenship. Your home country also has to allow dual citizenship. The United States, the United Kingdom, Canada and Australia allow it.
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