Legal information for foreign nationals entering Argentina for temporary commercial activities.
Transitory entry for business purposes is provided for in Art. 24, subsection "h" of Law 25,871 and regulated by DNM Disposition 1,171/2010. It is intended for foreign nationals who carry out regular commercial or economic activities on a self-employed basis or on behalf of companies, without establishing an employment relationship in Argentina. It includes business meetings, contract negotiations, trade fairs and exploration of investment opportunities.
There are two pathways to process entry for business purposes: the entry permit before the National Immigration Office (DNM) and the business visa at the Argentine consulate in the country of origin. The entry permit is requested from within Argentina by an individual or company registered with the National Single Registry of Requesters (RENURE), while the consular visa is processed directly by the foreign national at the corresponding consular representation.
The entry permit is requested by an individual or legal entity registered with the RENURE that invites the foreign national. The process is initiated by email to tramitacion.ingresos@migraciones.gob.ar and submitted at the DNM headquarters or the corresponding regional office. Once approved, the foreign national applies for the visa at the Argentine consulate in their jurisdiction.
The business visa is processed directly at any Argentine consular representation, with an in-person appearance and interview. The fee is USD 200, payable in local currency at the consulate's exchange rate. Meeting the requirements does not guarantee the visa will be granted, as it remains subject to the discretion of the Argentine government.
The authorized stay is up to 60 days. It does not authorize employment in Argentina.
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The RENURE (Registro Nacional Unico de Requirentes -- National Single Registry of Requesters) is the registry of the National Immigration Office (DNM) where individuals or legal entities must register in order to invite foreign nationals to Argentina for commercial purposes. Registration requires a CUIT (tax ID), proof of tax registration and tax compliance. Once registered, the requester can apply for entry permits for foreign nationals.
The entry permit is requested from within Argentina by a company or individual registered with the RENURE before the National Immigration Office (DNM). The consular visa is processed directly by the foreign national at the Argentine consulate in their country of origin, with an in-person interview and a fee of USD 200. Both pathways authorize entry for up to 60 days for commercial activities.
The authorized stay with a business visa is up to 60 days. This period is intended for temporary commercial activities such as business meetings, contract negotiations, trade fairs and exploration of investment opportunities.
No. The business visa does not authorize employment in Argentina. It only allows temporary commercial activities on a self-employed basis or on behalf of a foreign company. To work formally, it is necessary to obtain a temporary residency with work authorization.
The company must be registered with the RENURE and submit: a request letter with the foreign national's details, CUIT (tax ID) certificate, tax registration, tax compliance certificate, a full copy of the invitee's valid passport and commercial documentation proving the business relationship. Foreign documents must be legalized and translated by a certified public translator.
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