Argentina

Citizenship by Investment

Proposed program. Investment terms, fees, eligibility criteria, and application procedures remain subject to official confirmation.

Argentina is expected to introduce South America’s first Citizenship by Investment program in 2026, positioning it as one of the most closely followed potential developments in the global investment migration market.

As a G20 member with an internationally recognized passport, Argentina is anticipated to attract considerable interest. The proposed program is expected to combine dual citizenship, no ongoing residence requirement, and an estimated processing time of under four months.

Beyond the citizenship opportunity, Argentina offers an exceptional variety of lifestyle experiences. Buenos Aires brings together European-inspired architecture, outstanding restaurants, tango, luxury shopping, and a vibrant late-night scene. In Mendoza, renowned Malbec vineyards sit against the backdrop of the Andes, while Patagonia offers dramatic glaciers, pristine lakes, mountain landscapes, skiing, horseback riding, and a wealth of outdoor activities.

Key Facts

Processing Time
Expected to be under 4 months

Visa-Free Access
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival travel to 160+ countries

Minimum Investment / Contribution
Expected to start from USD 500,000

Eligible Family Members
Main applicant, spouse, and dependent children, subject to the final eligibility rules

Main Advantages

• Citizenship of a G20 member country
• Visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 160+ countries
• No ongoing residence requirement anticipated
• Only one visit to Argentina expected after approval for biometric enrolment, with no additional physical presence requirements anticipated
• Dual citizenship permitted
• A passport with a 10-year validity period
• Family inclusion expected under the proposed framework
• Estimated application processing of less than four months

Proposed Investment Options

Option 1: Treasury Contribution
A non-refundable contribution of USD 500,000 to the Argentine Treasury.

Option 2: Sovereign Bond Investment
An investment of USD 1 million in a seven-year, zero-coupon Argentine sovereign bond.

Indicative Program Pricing

The following estimates apply to the Treasury Contribution route and include the qualifying contribution, government charges, due diligence, passport fees, and Latitude’s professional fees. All amounts remain subject to final confirmation.

Application Process

Once the program opens, processing is expected to take less than four months from submission of a complete application. The final stages and procedures remain subject to confirmation by the Argentine authorities.

1. Preliminary Assessment
   Initial evaluation of the applicant’s circumstances and potential eligibility.
2. Client Onboarding
   Completion of the onboarding formalities.
3. Application Preparation
   Collection and preparation of the required application documents.
4. Application Submission
   Filing of the completed application with the relevant authorities.
5. Government Assessment and Due Diligence
   Review of the application and completion of the required background checks.
6. Approval and Completion of Investment
   Receipt of approval and fulfilment of the qualifying investment or contribution.
7. Visit to Argentina, Citizenship, and Passport Issuance
   Travel to Argentina for biometric enrolment and completion of the citizenship and passport formalities.

Eligibility and Family Inclusion

Main Applicant
The principal applicant must be over 18, meet the due diligence requirements, establish the lawful origin of their funds, and fulfil the qualifying investment obligation.

Spouse
A spouse may be included in the same application. Recognition of same-sex spouses is expected, subject to confirmation of the final rules.

Dependent Children
Dependent children are expected to qualify for inclusion. The applicable age limits, dependency requirements, eligibility conditions, and any additional fees have yet to be confirmed.

Parents
Parents are not expected to qualify as dependants under the proposed program and would need to apply separately.