Living in Argentina
Americas — Expat guide for moving and living abroad
Country overview
Capital
Buenos Aires
Currency
ARS
Continent
Americas
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Entry requirements
Check if your passport needs a visa for Argentina.
Check visa requirementsPopular 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 |
Detailed visa guides for Argentina
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
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Temporary Residency (Work)
Duration: 1 year, renewable
Employed or self-employed foreigners
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Rentista Visa
Duration: 1 year, renewable
Passive income min USD 1,500/month from abroad
Salary & tax
Income Tax Range
5% – 35%
Social Security (Employee)
0.17%
Progressive rates on ARS amounts — thresholds updated annually for inflation.
Calculate your net salaryUseful services
Insurance
SafetyWing
Nomad health insurance for your stay in Argentina. Monthly subscription, cancel anytime.
Get a SafetyWing quote →Connectivity
Airalo
Argentina eSIM data plans from $4.50. Activate before you land — no SIM swap.
Get an Airalo eSIM →Privacy
NordVPN
Stay secure on public WiFi in Argentina and access services from home.
Get NordVPN →Language
iTalki
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