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Argentina

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Americas — Expat guide for moving and living abroad

Overview

Capital

Buenos Aires

Currency

ARS

Continent

Americas

Entry requirements

Check if your passport needs a visa for Argentina.

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Popular passport access to Argentina

Passport Status Max Stay
Austria Visa Free 90 days
Belgium Visa Free 90 days
Bulgaria Visa Free 90 days
Croatia Visa Free 90 days
Cyprus Visa Free 90 days
Czechia Visa Free 90 days
Denmark Visa Free 90 days
Estonia Visa Free 90 days
Finland Visa Free 90 days
France Visa Free 90 days

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Monthly costs

Buenos Aires

Rent (center)

650 USD/mo

Groceries

250 USD/mo

Transport

30 USD/mo

Est. Monthly Total

1,010 USD/mo

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Work Permits

  • Temporary Residency (Work)

    Duration: 1 year, renewable

    Employed or self-employed foreigners

  • Rentista Visa

    Duration: 1 year, renewable

    Passive income min USD 1,500/month from abroad

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Salary & Tax

Income Tax Range

5% – 35%

Social Security (Employee)

0.17%

Progressive rates on ARS amounts — thresholds updated annually for inflation.

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Useful Services

Wise

Manage money in ARS with low fees and the real exchange rate.

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World Nomads

Travel and health insurance for your move to Argentina.

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