Argentina
Permanent Residency
Obtained through settlement. Allows residing and working without time restrictions, with full access to civil rights.
Learn more- Children of Argentines — native, naturalized or by option, born abroad
- MERCOSUR settlement — 2 years of residency for nationals of member countries
- Non-MERCOSUR settlement — 3 years of residency for nationals of non-member countries
- Current regulations — those authorized by applicable law
Argentina
Temporary Residency
Granted for a fixed term, renewable, with the possibility of converting to permanent after two years. Covers multiple immigration profiles.
Argentina
Transitory Residency
For short stays in Argentine territory, without work authorization. Timeframes are limited and generally cannot be converted to permanent.
United States
Tourist Visa (B-1/B-2)
The most requested visa. Allows entry to the US for tourism, family visits or temporary business activities. Stay of up to 6 months.
Learn more- B-1 — temporary business, conferences, negotiations
- B-2 — tourism, medical treatment, family visits
- Validity — generally 10 years with multiple entries
- Consular interview — required in most cases
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Investor Visa (E-2)
For those investing substantial capital in a US business. Requires an active bilateral investment treaty. Renewable indefinitely.
Learn more- Substantial investment — in an active or new US business
- Operational control — the applicant must direct the business
- Dependents — spouse (with work authorization) and children under 21
- Renewal — indefinite as long as requirements are met
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Student Visas (F/M/J/H-3)
For academic studies, vocational programs or exchange programs at SEVP-accredited institutions.
Learn more- F-1 — full-time academic studies (undergraduate, graduate, language)
- M-1 — vocational and technical programs
- J-1 — cultural exchange, research, internships
- H-3 — job training not available in the country of origin
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Extraordinary Ability (O-1)
For individuals with extraordinary ability in sciences, arts, education, business or athletics. Requires national or international recognition.
Learn more- O-1A — sciences, education, business or athletics
- O-1B — arts, film and television
- Awards and publications — as evidence of extraordinary ability
- O-2 — essential support personnel of the O-1 holder
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Intracompany Transfer (L-1)
For multinational employees transferred to the US. Requires at least one year of employment abroad within the last three years.
Learn more- L-1A — managers and executives (up to 7 years)
- L-1B — employees with specialized knowledge (up to 5 years)
- L-2 — spouse and children under 21 (with work authorization)
- Blanket L — group petition for frequent transfers
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US Family (K-1/K-3/V)
For fiances and spouses of US citizens, and family members of permanent residents seeking family reunification.
Learn more- K-1 — fiance(e) of a US citizen (90 days to marry)
- K-3 — spouse of a citizen (while processing residency)
- V — spouse and children of a permanent resident (3+ years of petition)
- K-2 / K-4 — minor children of K-1 and K-3 holders
Frequently Asked Questions
Argentina offers three residency categories for foreigners: permanent (no time limit, for those who demonstrate settlement), temporary (for a fixed term, renewable, for workers, students, rentistas, investors and MERCOSUR nationals) and transitory (for short stays such as tourism, business or digital nomads). Temporary residency can be converted to permanent after two years of continuous legal residence.
The residency certificate is a document issued by the National Immigration Office (DNM) that certifies a foreigner's immigration status in Argentina. It attests to the type of residency granted (permanent, temporary or transitory), its validity and the holder's personal information. It is required for banking, employment and tax procedures, as well as for obtaining the DNI (national ID) for foreigners.
To obtain a DNI as a foreigner in Argentina, you must hold a valid residency (permanent or temporary) granted by the National Immigration Office (DNM). With the residency resolution, the process is carried out before RENAPER (National Registry of Persons), presenting immigration documentation, a valid passport and proof of domicile.
The main US visa categories include: tourist and business (B-1/B-2), investor (E-2), students (F-1, M-1, J-1), extraordinary ability (O-1), intracompany transfer (L-1) and family visas (K-1, K-3, V).
Precarious residency is a provisional document issued by the National Immigration Office (DNM) while a permanent or temporary residency application is being processed. It is valid for 90 renewable days and allows the foreigner to remain, work and travel freely within Argentine territory.