Obtaining a Digital Nomad Visa in Argentina

What is an Argentine Digital Nomad Visa?

It is a temporary residence permit for digital nomads in Argentina. The visa is granted to applicants who do not require a tourist visa to enter the country. It allows foreign citizens who work remotely and receive income from abroad to stay in Argentina for up to 180 days, with the possibility of extending it for an additional 180 days. Therefore, the maximum validity period of the Digital Nomad Visa is 360 days.

The application process is relatively simple. You must prove that you work remotely and have a steady salary. There are no minimum income or age requirements.

Please note that the Digital Nomad Visa falls under the transit residence category. In other words, it is a temporary status that allows you to live in Argentina and work remotely. The following terms and conditions apply:

• it allows a short-term stay in Argentina for up to 1 year;
• it does not allow you to obtain a resident identification card (DNI), which limits your rights and makes it difficult to access the labor market, banking services, payment systems, and affordable rental properties;
• it is not an immigrant visa, meaning it does not offer the prospect of subsequent legal residency, such as a residence permit, permanent residence permit, or citizenship;
• it does not allow family members to settle in Argentina with the main applicant for the entire period of the Digital Nomad Visa. However, spouses and children are entitled to visa-free entry and temporary residence in the country as tourists.

If you leave Argentina while your visa is still valid, it will be revoked. In order to reenter the country, you will need to reapply for a digital nomad visa.

Digital nomads in Argentina must change their basis of stay to obtain a residence permit. For instance, if you have a regular monthly income of at least USD 1,390 from abroad (as of March 1, 2025), you can apply for a retirement visa (Rentista Visa). Foreigners employed in Argentina receive a one-year work residence permit that can be renewed.

The easiest way to obtain a residence permit is to give birth in the country. Your child will automatically receive citizenship, and you will be granted permanent residency immediately. There is no need to renew your temporary residency, which can put your status and the chance to become a citizen at risk each time.

The company My Argentina provides full support in obtaining citizenship through childbirth in Argentina. You can count on our assistance at every stage, from preparing the documents to obtaining your passport.

Are you eligible for a Digital Nomad visa in Argentina?

This visa is intended for freelancers and self-employed individuals whose work and income are based on remote employment abroad. This type of permit is especially popular among IT professionals.

To be eligible for an Argentine Digital Nomad visa, you must meet certain requirements:

• be permitted to enter Argentina without a tourist visa;
• provide services to individuals or legal entities located abroad using telecommunications;
• create a resume that highlights your professional experience and education level;
• work remotely and receive income from abroad;
• have no criminal record in Argentina or any country in which you have resided for more than 1 year within the last 3 years;
• provide proof of residence in Argentina.

The Digital Nomad visa application fee is USD 117, and the processing time varies from 10 to 45 business days depending on where you submit your documents.

How to obtain a Digital Nomad Residence Permit in Argentina

Foreign citizens can apply for a digital nomad visa upon arrival in Argentina. Applicants must personally submit the following documents to the National Directorate of Migration:

• a passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry into the country;
• a 4×4 cm photograph with a white background;
• a contract, agreement with an employer, proof of income, or other proof of remote employment;
• a resume indicating your experience, level of education, and professional training;
• a certificate of no criminal record from any foreign country in which you have resided for at least 1 year within the last 3 years (for individuals over the age of 16);
• proof of address in Argentina (e.g., hotel reservation or rental agreement);
• a receipt for payment of the state fee;
• a certificate proving you have no criminal record in Argentina (for those over 16 years old).

All documents issued in a foreign country must be legally certified and translated into Spanish. Only original documents are required to be submitted to the Argentine National Migration Directorate.

The online application processing system allows you to extend your visa or change your status, for example, to retiree or migrant worker. In order to do so, you must prepare a complete set of documents confirming your new status. When renewing your digital nomad visa, you will be required to provide proof of income.

Specifics of Argentina’s freelance visa

Argentina launched the Digital Nomad Visa in 2022. Since then, over 72,000 digital nomads have moved to the country. Argentina is now the 3rd most popular destination for remote workers worldwide. The main appeal is the low cost of living: the average monthly cost per person, excluding rent, is approximately USD 660.

The Digital Nomad Visa is designed exclusively for freelancers who do not require a tourist visa to enter Argentina. This means you can enter the country as a tourist and stay for a certain period under visa-free travel while working on your residency. The visa requires a short list of documents:

• a passport;
• a completed résumé;
• an employment contract with an employer outside of Argentina confirming the ability to work remotely;
• proof of income;
• a clean criminal record;
• rental agreement.

A digital nomad visa is initially issued for 180 days and can be extended for a similar period. During this period, freelancers can live in Argentina but cannot work for a local employer. They can only work remotely for a foreign company. Freelancers have access to the public healthcare system. Digital nomads also receive discounts on coworking spaces, flights, and accommodations, as well as benefits at educational, culinary, and cultural centers.

As they reside in the country for less than 12 months, freelancers do not pay taxes in Argentina. They remain tax non-residents and are only taxed on income earned in Argentina. However, if their stay exceeds one year, their tax status changes. They become residents and must pay income tax ranging from 5% to 35%. The exact rate depends on the income received.

Digital nomads in Argentina are granted transit residency, which has limited legal status. This means they cannot obtain an identity document (DNI) or apply for temporary or permanent residence or citizenship. Traveling with a digital nomad visa is also prohibited. Freelancers cannot leave Argentina; otherwise, they will lose their status.

Since the digital nomad visa is not an immigration visa, family members cannot be included in the main applicant’s application. This option is only available to holders of an Argentine residence permit.

The easiest way for a digital nomad to settle in Argentina with their entire family is to give birth in the country. The child will automatically receive citizenship, and their parents will receive permanent residency, which is granted indefinitely. In just 2 years, the parents will be eligible to apply for citizenship.

If you are planning to give birth abroad, consider doing so in Argentina. The healthcare system here is highly qualified, so you and your child will receive excellent care and assistance. Since Argentina permits dual citizenship, you won’t have to give up your first passport. If you decide not to live in Latin America, you can move back home with your child at any time.

Contact the specialists at My Argentina, for professional legal assistance in preparing for childbirth and obtaining citizenship in Argentina. Don’t miss the opportunity to obtain a second passport, which allows you to travel visa-free to over 160 countries.