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Inversionista (Investor) Temporary Residence
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Temporary residence for foreign nationals who make a productive, commercial or service investment of interest to Argentina, with funds of lawful origin.
- Processing time
- Indicative only; processing times and any fees are set by DNM and stated on the official page. File online via RaDEX and attend an in-person appointment.
- Government fees
- Indicative only; the applicable migration fees are published by DNM on the official page.
- Typical duration
- Granted for up to one year, renewable for periods of up to three years; defer to the official page for current terms.
- Sponsorship required
- No
- Leads to permanent residency
- Yes
In short
As of 9 July 2026, the Inversionista (Investor) Temporary Residence for Argentine Republic is an unsponsored Argentina immigration route. Sources: official Argentine Republic government pages, reviewed 9 July 2026.
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What is the Inversionista (Investor) Temporary Residence in Argentine Republic?
Inversionista (Investor) Temporary Residence is an unsponsored Argentina route. Indicative government fees are Indicative only; the applicable migration fees are published by DNM on the official page; indicative processing time is Indicative only; processing times and any fees are set by DNM and stated on the official page. File online via RaDEX and attend an in-person appointment; typical duration is Granted for up to one year, renewable for periods of up to three years; defer to the official page for current terms. This route can lead to permanent residence.
Verified against Direccion Nacional de Migraciones (Argentina) on 1 June 2026.
Overview
The inversionista category is for foreign nationals who make a productive, commercial or service investment of interest to the country. Applicants present an investment project to DNM and must prove the lawful origin of the funds and their entry through banking or financial institutions authorised by the Central Bank of Argentina. It is administered under Migration Law 25.871.
Eligibility
Typical criteria
- ✓Present a productive, commercial or service investment project of interest to the country.Direccion Nacional de Migraciones (Argentina) ↗
- ✓Prove the lawful origin of the invested funds.Direccion Nacional de Migraciones (Argentina) ↗
- ✓Channel the funds through banking or financial institutions authorised by the Central Bank.Direccion Nacional de Migraciones (Argentina) ↗
- ✓Hold a valid passport or accepted travel document.Direccion Nacional de Migraciones (Argentina) ↗
Common blockers
- !Inability to evidence the lawful origin of the investment funds.Direccion Nacional de Migraciones (Argentina) ↗
- !Funds not entering through Central-Bank-authorised institutions.Direccion Nacional de Migraciones (Argentina) ↗
- !Disqualifying criminal record under the migration law.Direccion Nacional de Migraciones (Argentina) ↗
Typical evidence
- ·Valid passport or accepted travel document.Direccion Nacional de Migraciones (Argentina) ↗
- ·Investment project documentation submitted to DNM.Direccion Nacional de Migraciones (Argentina) ↗
- ·Proof of the funds entering through authorised banking or financial institutions.Direccion Nacional de Migraciones (Argentina) ↗
- ·Argentine and applicable foreign criminal-record certificates.Direccion Nacional de Migraciones (Argentina) ↗
Application pathway
Check the route fit
Register as a user and start the application online in the RaDEX system.
Build the evidence pack
Submit the investment project and upload the required documents, then pay the fees.
Submit through the official channel
Receive an email with the date of your in-person appointment.
After approval
Attend the appointment at DNM to finalise the residence and the investment deadline.
Official application links
Where to actually go next
These are the official pages to use for this route. Open them before preparing documents: the forms, fees, appointment systems, and sponsor steps can change without warning.
- Official guidanceApplicantUse official Inversionista (Investor) Temporary Residence route page ↗
Use this official page to confirm requirements and follow the government filing route for Inversionista (Investor) Temporary Residence.
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Frequently asked questions
How is the lawful origin of funds verified?+
Applicants must prove the origin and legality of the funds and that they entered Argentina through banking or financial institutions authorised by the Central Bank. See the official DNM page for details.
How long is the residence valid?+
It is granted for up to one year and is renewable for periods of up to three years. Check the official DNM page for current terms.
Can I qualify as an investor just by holding money in an Argentine bank account?+
No. The inversionista category requires a productive, commercial or service investment project of interest to the country, with funds of lawful origin entering through banking or financial institutions authorised by the Central Bank. See the official DNM page for details.
Does the Argentine investor residence lead to permanent residence?+
Yes. The inversionista temporary residence can lead to settlement, and it is granted for up to one year and renewable for periods of up to three years. Check current terms on the official DNM page.
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Primary source: Direccion Nacional de Migraciones (Argentina)
Last checked: 1 June 2026