![Jacaranda tree in bloom on a Buenos Aires street](/argentina-golden-visa-argentinaresidence.webp) # Argentina Citizenship by Investment Launch Date - Anticipated Date Not Yet Confirmed Argentina citizenship by investment launch date has no exact filing date. The October 2, 2026 announcement says the government expects applications during Q4 2026. [Back to Research and Intelligence](/research) Market Intelligence Written by [Argentina Residence Editorial Team](https://argentinaresidence.com/about) Legally reviewed by an immigration attorney enrolled with the Colegio Público de la Abogacía de la Capital Federal on September 29, 2026. Legal & informational disclaimer This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, tax, financial, investment, or immigration advice. Laws and requirements may change. Consult a qualified professional regarding your individual circumstances. June 22, 2026 12 min read Published: June 22, 2026 · Last Updated: October 2, 2026 ![Jacaranda tree in bloom on a Buenos Aires street](/argentina-golden-visa-argentinaresidence.webp) The government expects applications during Q4 2026. No exact filing date has been announced. Argentina citizenship by investment launch date has no exact filing date. The October 2, 2026 announcement says the government expects the application process to become operational during Q4 2026. That window is not a guaranteed opening date, and government applications are not yet confirmed as open. The [October 2 announcement](/press/argentina-citizenship-by-investment-q4-2026) is the first-party summary. The [current program status](/research/argentina-citizenship-by-investment-status) tracker is the snapshot companion to this article. ## The Legal Shell and the Missing Keys The foundation for Argentina's CBI program was laid out in May 2025. Additional legislation established administration and a multi-agency vetting process. A later tax-residency clarification removed a significant deterrent for high-net-worth individuals. At a Glance Legislative framework **Decree 366/2025** May 2025. DNU 366/2025 created APCI and added naturalization for a relevant investment. That provision is distinct from ordinary naturalization. The decree does not specify a physical-presence rule for investor applicants. **APCI** Agencia de Programas de Ciudadanía por Inversión, under the Ministry of Economy. Multi-agency vetting involving Immigration, security, the Financial Intelligence Unit, and the intelligence secretariat (SIDE). **Law 27.802** Sanctioned 27 February 2026 and published 6 March 2026. It provides a limited tax-residence rule for foreign nationals naturalized under the relevant-investment provision. It does not make every immigration resident a nonresident for tax purposes, and it preserves the position of people who were already Argentine permanent residents. **Resolution 522/2026** Reports have cited COMPR.AR for a claim that Resolution 522/2026 left tender 34-0001-CPU25 without effect. Gazette publication was not located, so this page does not state that cancellation as an established fact. [Decree 524/2025](/industry-news/decree-524-2025-progress-update) subsequently established a basic application and review procedure involving APCI. [DNU 366/2025](https://www.boletinoficial.gob.ar/detalleAviso/primera/326096/20250529) created APCI. Decree 524/2025 did not. The gazette text is [Decree 524/2025 in the Boletín Oficial](https://www.boletinoficial.gob.ar/detalleAviso/primera/329061/20250731). [Law 27.802](https://www.argentina.gob.ar/normativa/nacional/ley-27802-423680/texto) provides a limited tax-residence rule for foreign nationals naturalized under the relevant-investment provision. It does not make every immigration resident a nonresident for tax purposes, and it preserves the position of people who were already Argentine permanent residents. Tax residence and tax liability depend on the applicable statutory tests and the person's facts. This is not personal tax advice. Two federal appellate decisions in June 2026, including the National Electoral Chamber decision in [Yang, Liping](https://scw.pjn.gov.ar/scw/viewer.seam?id=Mqesj2eOmAQBabgt1%2FDrEI4ir7gxNA6EjeNi34VAPO0%3D&tipoDoc=sentencia), questioned or invalidated aspects of DNU 366/2025 in individual naturalization cases. Neither concerned a CBI applicant. The decisions create uncertainty about the DNU provisions on which the investment pathway depends. The available rulings do not establish the final, nationwide effect of the decisions. This page does not state that a Supreme Court appeal is pending. The checklist below records operational items that were still undefined in the published decrees as of late April 2026. The [October 2, 2026 announcement](/press/argentina-citizenship-by-investment-q4-2026) later stated a $350,000 National Treasury contribution or an $800,000 public-bond route, and an expected Q4 2026 window for receiving applications. It did not state an exact filing date, and it did not confirm that applications are open. What a file would be expected to face is on the [due diligence process](/guides/argentina-citizenship-investment-due-diligence) guide. Operational components still undefined as of late April 2026 - Investment thresholds, later announced on October 2, 2026 - Eligible sectors - Qualifying project categories - Application procedures - Due diligence protocols Reports have cited [COMPR.AR](https://comprar.gob.ar/) for a claim that Ministry of Economy Resolution 522/2026 left tender 34-0001-CPU25 without effect. Gazette publication of that resolution was not located, so this page does not state that cancellation as an established fact. The figure of 5,000 is not stated here as an application cap. ## Reported tender outcome This page does not treat a tender cancellation as an established fact. The notes below are secondary descriptions of a procurement, not enacted program terms. At a Glance Tender collapse **Initial recommendation** Four-firm consortium operating under the Chilean entity Asesorías Legal Advisor Limitada **Henley & Partners** Placed second. Formal challenge. **Latitude Consultancy** Disqualified early on for insufficient financial solvency **Technical scores** Both finalists received identical technical scores of 48 points **Outcome** Secondary descriptions say no contract was awarded. This page does not state a cancellation as an established fact. Secondary descriptions of a Ministry review quote "relevant divergences" and a failure to ensure a "degree of coherence, integrality, and strategic articulation." Those descriptions are not treated here as a gazette record that the tender was cancelled. ## The Pivot to In-House Development This page does not treat a tender cancellation as the reason for any later appointment. At a Glance In-house pivot **Decree 285/2026** April 27, 2026. President Javier Milei appointed Aixa Granara as Executive Director of APCI. **Role** This page does not state an application fee or a salaried conversion as an enacted term. ## Market Positioning: The Potential of the Argentine Passport The Henley figure below is a snapshot of the existing Argentine passport. It is not a benefit of residence, and it is not a benefit of an investment-naturalization application. At a Glance Market positioning **Argentine passport** Henley Passport Index, 13 April 2026: rank 15, visa-free score 168. The score includes visa on arrival and electronic travel authorization. It is not a residency right and not a benefit of an investment-naturalization application. **Dominica** The Citizenship by Investment Unit states that 5,814 applications were approved for fiscal years 2017-2020. **Portugal Golden Visa** Operating residence-by-investment program. The Dominica count is the [Citizenship by Investment Unit](https://www.cbiu.gov.dm/news/dominica/major-strides-for-dominica-as-citizenship-by-investment-generates-over-1-billion-in-reserves/) statement for fiscal years 2017-2020. It is an approval count for that period, not a four-year application total and not a share of GDP. The potential revenue generation for successful CBI programs is massive. We expect Argentina to capture a significant share of the high-net-worth investor market and most of the United States investor market. ## Watching and Waiting: Anticipated Launch Date Not Yet Confirmed The demand for alternative or additional citizenship remains at all-time highs, driven by geopolitical instability, rising taxes, and the desire for enhanced global mobility. Investors are increasingly building portfolios of residencies and citizenships to mitigate risks. Argentina's exact filing date is not announced. The October 2, 2026 announcement says the government expects applications to become operational during Q4 2026. That expected window is not a guaranteed opening date, and it is not confirmation that applications are open. The [October 2 announcement](/press/argentina-citizenship-by-investment-q4-2026) states the financial terms separately from this timeline. The global investment migration industry is watching closely, and investors are keen to stay up to date on the program's timeline. The success of Argentina's CBI program will depend entirely on the government's ability to swiftly and transparently build the operational infrastructure required to process applications and ensure due diligence. For investors who want to be positioned before the launch, we publish ongoing coverage on our [Research and Intelligence](/research) page. ## References ### Source for programme terms - [Luis Caputo anunció la puesta en marcha del Programa de Ciudadanía por Inversión de Argentina](https://www.argentina.gob.ar/noticias/luis-caputo-anuncio-la-puesta-en-marcha-del-programa-de-ciudadania-por-inversion-de), Argentina.gob.ar. Primary source for the announced contribution, the public-bond route, and the expected Q4 2026 operational window. - [Argentina announces citizenship-by-investment program](https://www.reuters.com/world/americas/argentina-announces-citizenship-by-investment-program-2026-10-02/), Reuters. Independent report of the October 2 announcement. - [Argentina Announces CBI Program Pricing and Launch Timeframe](https://www.imidaily.com/latin-america/argentina-announces-cbi-program-pricing-and-launch-timeframe/), IMI Daily. Specialist report on the announced pricing and timeframe. It does not establish the legal requirements. - IMI Daily. "Argentina Names CBI Agency Director. The Program She'll Direct Doesn't Exist Yet." - [Henley Passport Index](https://cdn.henleyglobal.com/storage/app/media/HPI/Henley%20Passport%20Index%202026%20April%20Global%20Ranking.pdf), 13 April 2026. Rank 15, visa-free score 168. The score includes visa on arrival and electronic travel authorization. The count is that edition's score, not a permanent total. ## Frequently Asked Questions ### Has Argentina's citizenship by investment program launched? Argentina's citizenship by investment program was announced by Economy Minister Luis Caputo during Argentina Week in Paris on October 2, 2026. The Argentine government states that the program is expected to become operational for receiving applications during the fourth quarter of 2026. Until the government confirms that the application process is operational, prospective applicants should distinguish between the program's announcement and the ability to submit an application. ### Can I apply for Argentina citizenship by investment now? Applications for Argentina citizenship by investment are not yet confirmed as open. The Argentine government states that the program is expected to become operational for receiving applications during Q4 2026. Prospective applicants can use the period before opening to prepare documentation and obtain professional advice. ### How long will Argentina citizenship by investment take? The total processing time for Argentina citizenship by investment has not yet been established through actual program applications. Under the existing administrative framework, the National Directorate of Migration has 30 business days to issue a reasoned decision after receiving the Agency for Citizenship by Investment Programs' report. That 30-business-day period should not be interpreted as the total processing time for an application. ### How many countries can Argentine citizens visit without obtaining a visa in advance? Argentine citizens can travel to many destinations without obtaining a traditional visa in advance, although the exact number depends on the ranking methodology and changes over time. Travelers should verify the current entry requirements for each destination before traveling rather than relying solely on a passport ranking. ### Does an Argentine passport provide visa-free access to the United States? An Argentine passport does not currently provide visa-free travel to the United States under the Visa Waiver Program. Any future change would depend on the United States formally admitting Argentina to the program. Argentine nationality may provide access to other U.S. immigration categories subject to their separate eligibility requirements. ### Did the cancelled tender set a due-diligence deadline? This page does not treat a tender cancellation as an established fact. Gazette publication of Resolution 522/2026 was not located. A due-diligence deadline is not stated here. Government applications are not yet confirmed as open. ### Discuss Your Strategy Speak directly with our advisory team to understand how these market dynamics impact your specific residency and investment goals. [Schedule a Consultation](/contact) No obligation. Complete confidentiality. ## Related Articles ![Jacaranda tree in bloom on a Buenos Aires street](/argentina-golden-visa-argentinaresidence.webp) Market Intelligence ### Argentina Citizenship by Investment Status - Terms Announced, Filing Not Open Financial terms have been announced. Government applications are not yet confirmed as open. 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