Visas for skilled workers in Argentina, Explained

Yes. There are distinct subcategories of temporary residence visas in Argentina. Two of them are:

1. Migrant Worker: This subcategory is defined and conditioned by the International Convention on the Protection of All Migrant Workers and Their Families, approved by Law No. 26.202.

2. Rentista: This subcategory is for individuals who can prove the origin of their funds and their entry into the country through banking or financial institutions authorized by the Central Bank of the Republic of Argentina. They must also demonstrate that the amount of income they receive is sufficient to support themselves.

The processing time for the Highly Skilled Workers visa application is approximately 30 business days. This is the average time it takes from the initiation of the application process until a resolution is reached.

Yes. There is an option to obtain an appointment faster by paying an extra fee when filing the residency application. See the visa fees page for details.

Based on the information given, it is not explicitly stated that a confirmed job offer in Argentina is required before applying for a visa. However, evidence of commercial or work activity in the country of origin is required.

The age limit for applicants of the highly-skilled workers visa in Argentina is between 18 and 35 years old.

Yes. You can bring dependents or family members to Argentina together with you under your this visa. Accepted family members are the spouse, children, or parents of the main visa applicatant. The children must be under 18 years old or older with a disability.

The duration of an artist visa in Argentina is up to three years (two years for Mercosur citizen). The visa is usually given for 1 year, and can be renewed. After three years (two years for Mercosur citizen), you must apply for permanent residency.

Yes. You can travel in and out of Argentina without any restrictions on a highly skilled workers visa. The visa allows for a residency period of up to three years, and includes multiple entries and exits.

No. There are no courses required as part of the residency visa applications in Argentina.

No. Argentina does not specify a cap on the number of Highly skilled workers visas issued each year by Argentina.

Yes. You can switch to a different visa type while residing in Argentina on a highly skilled workers visa. The law states that foreigners can change their immigration category or subcategory without needing to leave Argentine territory.

Yes. It is possible to renew this visa. You must renew it before it expires though. You can file the renewal application starting from 60 days before the expiry date, up to 10 days. If you are late, it is possible to renew the visa up to 30 days after the expiry date, paying an additional fee. After 30 days following the expiry date, it is no longer possible to renew a visa.

Yes for permanent residency. No for citizenship. You can apply for permanent residency in Argentina after two years (Mercosur citizen) or three years (citizens from non-Mercosur countries). For citizenship application, you must first be a permanent resident. There is no direct path to citizenship from temporary residency.