Argentina's Golden Visa
The 2026 Investor Guide
Program Status: Proposed legislation under review. Anticipated launch date not yet confirmed
Argentina's New Golden Visa: The 2026 Investor Guide
Argentina Golden Visa 2026 is proposed, not operating. The citizenship by investment launch date is not confirmed. Decree 524/2025 created the pathway; APCI has not published operational regulations or opened applications.
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Why Argentina's Golden Visa?
Decision Window
Argentina's processing time is not yet officially confirmed. No decision window has been published. APCI is not processing applications.
Secure Investment
Government-backed program with clear legal framework
Global Mobility
Visa-free access to 170+ countries with an Argentine passport
Investment Growth
Access to one of South America's largest economies
Anticipated Investment Paths
Two paths are currently anticipated, subject to final regulation. See the anticipated investment requirements: a non-refundable $500,000 USD Treasury contribution, or a $1,000,000 USD 7-year government bond. Real estate, business or startup ventures, and investment funds are not anticipated qualifying paths. Neither path has been officially confirmed. APCI is not processing applications.
$500,000 USD Treasury contribution
Anticipated as non-refundable. Subject to final regulation. Not yet officially confirmed.
$1,000,000 USD 7-year government bond
Anticipated at 0% interest, with principal returned at maturity. Subject to final regulation. Not yet officially confirmed.
Program Timeline
A short window to position early
The Argentina Golden Visa is moving from announcement to active program. Each milestone unlocks specific advantages for early-positioned investors.
- 01Now
Early Registration Open
Join the priority waitlist for first-mover advantages when the program launches.
- 02Next
Final Legislation
Expected passage of enabling legislation and regulatory framework. Anticipated launch date not yet confirmed.
- 03Launch
Applications Open
Official program launch with priority processing for waitlist members. Anticipated launch date not yet confirmed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Argentina Golden Visa accepting applications in 2026?
- No. Proposed legislation is under review. APCI has not published operational regulations and is not processing applications. Decree 524/2025 created a legal pathway. It did not open a filing portal.
What are the anticipated Argentina Golden Visa investment amounts?
- Two paths are currently anticipated, subject to final regulation: a non-refundable $500,000 USD contribution to the Argentine Treasury, or a $1,000,000 USD investment in a 7-year, 0% interest Argentine government bond, with principal returned at maturity. Real estate, business ventures, and investment funds are not anticipated qualifying paths. See investment requirements.
Does buying Buenos Aires real estate qualify for the Argentina Golden Visa?
- No. Real estate is not an anticipated qualifying path for the investment citizenship route. Property can still be bought independently of the program. See Argentina real estate investment.
Has Argentina confirmed a Golden Visa processing time?
- No. Processing time is not yet officially confirmed. No decision window has been published. See application process timeline.
Does joining the priority waitlist on this page file an APCI application?
- No. The eligibility assessment on this page is a waitlist and screening step for when the program launches. It is not an APCI filing. APCI has not published operational regulations and is not processing applications.
Related Guides
Argentina Citizenship by Investment Status - Not Yet Open for Applications
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Argentina Citizenship by Investment Launch Date - Anticipated Date Not Yet Confirmed
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Business Sale and Startup Exits
Exit Proceeds Before Launch
Argentina Real Estate Investment
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