ARGENTINA
GoodbyeMatrix is your leading international expert for the Argentina Citizenship by Investment program. The program is announced; according to the government, applications open in Q4 2026. Secure your place on the waiting list now.
Argentina
Argentina is the eighth-largest country on earth, a G20 member and a founding state of Mercosur. Around 46 million people live between the Andes, the Pampas and Patagonia. The official language is Spanish, and the capital Buenos Aires ranks among the great metropolises of the western hemisphere.
Since 2024 the government has been opening the country to capital and newcomers: tariff cuts, deregulation, new migration rules. On 2 October 2026 Minister of Economy Luis Caputo and Minister of the Interior Diego Santilli announced citizenship by investment in Paris.
It is the first program of its kind in South America.
The Argentine Passport: Your Door to South America and 170 Destinations
The Argentine passport gives you visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 170 destinations (rank 15 in the global passport ranking, October 2026). They include the Schengen Area, the United Kingdom, Japan, the United Arab Emirates, Mexico, Turkey and Russia.
The United States still requires a visa.
The passport opens more than travel:
- Settlement rights across Mercosur: the right to a 2-year residence permit in 9 states, followed by permanent residence
- No automatic tax residency in Argentina through the passport (Ley 27.802, Art. 194)
- Dual and multiple citizenship expressly permitted
- Your spouse and children receive citizenship with you
- Children born later can obtain citizenship by option
- No military service: conscription has been suspended since 1994
- A second passport from a geopolitically calm region: the Southern Cone sits far from the major conflict lines
Ideal for international investors who:
- Want a Plan B on another continent, not only in the Caribbean.
- Want one passport to unlock an entire economic area: 9 Mercosur states, 404 million people.
- Want to acquire citizenship without a residence requirement in Argentina, as things stand today.
- Want to be early, before the prices and rules of a new program tighten.
Travel Freedom with the Passport of Argentina
What Does Citizenship Cost?
Choose between a donation and a government bond. The donation of USD 350,000 is non-refundable. The government bond of USD 800,000 locks your capital for 7 years and pays 0% interest. Our calculator shows you the estimate for your family; all amounts follow the announcement of 2 October 2026, and the decree with the final figures is still pending.
The legal basis is Emergency Decree DNU 366/2025 together with Decreto 524/2025. The Agencia de Promoción de Ciudadanía por Inversión (APCI) reviews the application; the Dirección Nacional de Migraciones (DNM) decides within 30 working days under the decree.
As things stand, no residence requirement in Argentina is foreseen. For the bond: a 7-year holding period at 0% interest, with repayment at the end of the term set out in the decree.
The legal picture also includes this: DNU 366/2025 is being challenged in court, and 2 courts have already ruled against it. The Supreme Court decision is pending.
That is why we run a waiting list instead of filing applications. You commit to nothing and are ready on the day the program opens.
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BondImportant: These are indicative figures from the announcement of 2 October 2026, not the total cost. Government fees and our professional fees follow with the decree and your personal quote. Contributions for dependents are always donations, also on the bond route.
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The displayed amount is a rounded estimate per the announcement of 2 October 2026. Your personal quote follows as soon as the decree is published.
Does Argentina really fit your family?
You now know the key facts about Argentina. Our Program Finder shows whether this program fits your family structure, budget and goals or whether one of 7 other CBI programs may be a better match. You'll receive your 3 strongest matches, including estimated total costs for your family.
Step by Step: To a Second Passport through Investment in Argentina
According to the government, Argentina accepts applications from Q4 2026. Whoever starts then loses months on documents. Whoever is on the waiting list today has them ready. This is how the path works with GoodbyeMatrix.
Typically up to 12 months until passport issuance
Under Decreto 524/2025 the DNM decides within 30 working days after the APCI review. There is no track record yet; we plan with 6 to 12 months from engagement to passport. Our estimate covers the whole path: collecting and reviewing all documents, due diligence by the APCI, the DNM decision, the investment, naturalisation and passport issuance. We adjust the figure as soon as the first cases are completed.
1. Waiting List
& Your Family
The first step is your entry on the waiting list. You enter your family and choose the donation or the government bond. The calculator shows you the estimate right away.
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We record your complete constellation: spouse, children and, if you wish, parents, grandparents or siblings. The contributions for the core family are set; for further relatives the decree will decide.
Objective: on the day of publication you receive your quote for the core family and, if listed, a second one for the extended family. No new questions, no delay.
2. Onboarding
& Pre-Check
You do not want to lose time? Onboarding can start now. With a copy of your passport and your address we open your file and begin the pre-check.
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We check in advance what the APCI will check later: identity, source of funds, assets, criminal record, reputation and migration history. No surprises at submission.
Only with a positive result do we proceed. You get the green light, and we prepare the application before intake even begins.
Your advantage: you are among the first complete applications when Argentina opens.
3. Engagement
& Document Preparation
After the pre-check you are formally onboarded as a client. The first retainer is paid and the advisory agreement is activated. This is where the operational phase of your application begins.
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Together with you and your family we assemble all documents: proof of identity, asset documentation, source of funds, police clearances and affidavits.
Our experts handle translations into Spanish, apostilles, certifications and the plausibility review. Once the file is complete, we submit your application to the APCI.
Your advantage: an application package built from the start for a smooth review.
4. Submission
& Review by APCI and DNM
After the final review your application is filed officially. The APCI carries out due diligence; the DNM decides within 30 working days under the decree.
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With submission the second retainer and the government fees become due. The government publishes their amounts with the decree; we state them in your quote.
During the review we accompany the process actively, answer questions from the authorities and keep you informed about every step.
Your advantage: you move calmly to the next step, fulfilling the investment requirement.
5. Investment, Naturalisation
& Passport Issuance
After approval you make the investment: the donation to the Tesoro Nacional or the subscription of the government bond, plus the donations for your dependents.
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Once the investment is confirmed, citizenship is granted. We then apply for your Argentine passport with you.
The passport is handed over securely, in person or by secured courier. How passport and national ID (DNI) are issued in detail is set out in the decree; we inform you in advance.
Your advantage: you hold a top-15 passport with settlement rights in 9 South American states.
Documents & Records Expected to Be Required
- Passport
- Government-issued ID card
- Birth certificate
- Marriage certificate (if applicable)
- Police clearance certificates from your countries of residence of recent years
- Proof of source of funds
- Proof of assets (bank, securities, real estate)
- Tax returns or tax certificates
- Bank reference letter
- Curriculum vitae
- Biometric passport photos
- Proof of address
- Power of attorney and affidavits
Strategic Second Citizenship & Passport Programs
Access our confidential strategic briefing outlining:
- The 5 most efficient and legally structured paths to a second passport
- Jurisdictions offering accelerated citizenship programs
- Proven investment and ancestry routes for capital and family protection
- How high-net-worth entrepreneurs diversify sovereign risk
This is not about travel perks. It’s about long-term control, asset protection, and jurisdictional leverage.
Strategic Citizenship & International Structuring Advisory with Sergio von Facchin
Work directly with Sergio von Facchin to design a tailored international strategy - covering expatriation, tax positioning, asset protection, and Citizenship by Investment.
Since 2016, Sergio has advised thousands of entrepreneurs and internationally mobile families on restructuring their global footprint.
He personally completed the St. Lucia Citizenship by Investment program - bringing first-hand operational experience to every engagement.
Why work with GoodbyeMatrix?
If you are considering securing a second citizenship, choosing the right partner is critical. Unlike online agencies or pure intermediaries, GoodbyeMatrix offers a tailored, holistic, and personally guided process - from the initial assessment through to the issuance of your new passport.
What sets us apart:
Tailored Advisory Approach
We analyze all available Citizenship by Investment programs worldwide
Learn More →We analyze all available Citizenship by Investment programs worldwide (Caribbean, São Tomé and Príncipe, Vanuatu, among others) and recommend only what is strategically aligned with your personal situation - not what happens to be promoted or “on offer” at the time.
Direct Support By Our Team - No Intermediaries
As a boutique advisory firm, we are directly involved in your application from start to finish.
Learn More →As a boutique advisory firm, we are directly involved in your application from start to finish. We do not operate as a referral or pass-through service; instead, we actively manage, review, and guide every step of the process.
Personal Support in three Languages
You can reach us at any time in English, German or Russian
Learn More →You can reach us at any time in English, German or Russian - via WhatsApp, Telegram, Signal, or by phone. We are available when you need us, without unnecessary intermediaries or delays.
Maximum Support throughout the Application Process
We handle all documentation requirements on your behalf
Learn More →We handle all documentation requirements on your behalf:
Notarizations, Translations, Certifications, and Coordination with the Relevant authorities
We ensure your application is complete and accurate before submission
You are assigned a dedicated case manager, along with personalized checklists and progress updates
Experience across all Global CBI Programs
We speak from practical, hands-on experience - not theory.
Learn More →We speak from practical, hands-on experience - not theory. Our clients reach their objectives efficiently, transparently, and in full compliance with applicable regulations.
Access to our Exclusive Community
As a client, you gain access to our private CBI client discussion group
Learn More →As a client, you gain access to our private CBI client discussion group, the GoodbyeMatrix Sovereigns App, and a network of thousands of like-minded individuals who have already taken steps toward greater personal and financial sovereignty.
What Our Clients Say.
A strategic family decision: to cyber sovereignty with GoodbyeMatrix
Dear GoodbyeMatrix team,
We would like to personally thank you for your loving support throughout the entire process.
Thank you so much. We are so happy that everything went so smoothly and that we had you by our side.
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Hello Anastasiya,
Thank you - and the entire Goodbye Matrix team - for the great collaboration and professional guidance.
Best regards,
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Dear GoodbyeMatrix team,
The shipment of the passports from Antigua & Barbuda arrived safely with us this morning.
Thank you very much for your support - you were exceptionally efficient, responsive and professional. Very well done!
Kind regards
“GoodbyeMatrix did not simply help us get a new passport - they opened up a whole new level of sovereignty for us.”
Our new passports from Antigua & Barbuda arrived early this morning - and with them a central milestone on our path to cyber sovereignty.
What sets GoodbyeMatrix apart from other providers is the combination of structure, speed and genuine expertise. From the first call to the final implementation - everything ran smoothly and highly professionally.
Thank you for the support on this path to Flag Theory 3.0. We now feel truly free - global, secure and independent.
“GoodbyeMatrix did not just walk us through the paperwork - they gave us a real sense of control and security.”
Our decision in favor of a second citizenship was driven by the concern of remaining able to act and remaining mobile in an emergency - whether pandemic, war or political unrest. Cyber sovereignty was not a theory for us, it was a necessity.
GoodbyeMatrix - and especially the team around Irish - made this path far easier for us. What at first looked like a document challenge was made solvable in only 3 to 4 weeks through clear structure, weekly checklists and constant support.
We particularly appreciated the transparency and reliability throughout the entire process. Thank you for this sovereign start into our personal Flag Theory 3.0.
“Cyber sovereignty for our family - with GoodbyeMatrix it became reality.”
As parents of four sons, our goal was clear: maximum freedom and protection for our children’s future - especially in view of the looming conscription in Germany. A second citizenship was our strategic plan B.
The path there was complex. Delays caused by German authorities, logistical challenges while we were traveling - it was anything but easy. But this is exactly where GoodbyeMatrix proved to be a real partner: with structured support, updated document checklists and personal guidance, the team led us through every single step.
Without the Sovereign Blueprint and the expertise of GoodbyeMatrix, we would never have been able to take this path so sovereignly and so efficiently. Today we are not only grateful - we are convinced. And we have already recommended GoodbyeMatrix several times.
Case study: the path to a second citizenship - with GoodbyeMatrix
Starting point: Increasing restrictions inside the EU - personally as well as financially - prompted us to look for a strategic way out: a second citizenship as part of our personal Sovereign Blueprint.
Challenge: Entering through the program in Grenada turned out to be bureaucratically demanding. Requirements, documents, processes - the reality was more complex than we had thought. In the end we decided to switch to Dominica.
Solution with GoodbyeMatrix: The team provided us with a structured checklist, accompanied certifications and translations, and answered every question quickly and competently. That support was the decisive difference between frustration and progress for us.
Room for improvement: The change of program was briefly bumpy in terms of communication - but it was quickly offset by clarity and efficiency in everything that followed.
Conclusion: Despite the hurdles: the value for money, the expertise in the field of Citizenship by Investment and the operational support convinced us. Anyone looking for reliable partners on the path to cyber sovereignty will find them at GoodbyeMatrix.
Security in uncertain times - to a second citizenship with GoodbyeMatrix
In a world full of economic uncertainty, geopolitical tension and growing risks, our decision was clear: we needed a plan B - and with it a second citizenship as a strategic building block of our cyber sovereignty.
What we expected: bureaucracy, language barriers and uncertainty. What we got: structure, clarity and an excellently organized team that accompanied us through the entire process.
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Real closeness: The WhatsApp group was not lip service - we got answers quickly and directly, often within a few minutes.
Reliable structure: The English-language application process was never an obstacle thanks to German-language support. Every step was explained understandably.
Maximum efficiency: From collecting the documents to filing the application - everything ran smoothly.
We did not feel like a “customer” - but like partners on the path to Flag Theory 3.0. We would choose GoodbyeMatrix again at any time - and recommend them without reservation.
A strategic family decision: to cyber sovereignty with GoodbyeMatrix
For our family, acquiring a second citizenship was not a “nice to have” - it was a deliberate step toward security, freedom of action and future sovereignty. The reasons were clear: protection from conscription for our son. Freedom to travel for our mother-in-law. And a stable plan B for all of us.
Despite our previous experience with naturalization procedures, one thing quickly became clear: without GoodbyeMatrix the effort would have been incomparably higher.
What made the difference:
WhatsApp support in real time: no long waiting times, no standard answers - instead direct, competent guidance.
Translations & formalities? Taken off our hands completely.
The sovereign process: every step was well thought through, clear, smooth.
One concrete suggestion for improvement from our side: a visualized timeline at the start that makes the waiting phases transparent. Apart from that? Perfect execution and a full recommendation.
“A decision for our children’s future - and the most sovereign plan B one can have”
We deliberately decided on a second citizenship through the Citizenship by Investment program in Antigua & Barbuda - not only as security for our children, but as a strategic step toward cyber sovereignty. With the Sovereign Blueprint, GoodbyeMatrix gave us a clear structure that made the entire process plannable and manageable.
Thanks to the detailed checklists and the strong support from the team, putting the documents together was considerably easier than we had thought. Of course - it was work, but not hurdles that make you fail.
Particularly helpful: the WhatsApp support, which made quick responses possible, and the clear payment processes - transparent, efficient, trustworthy. Even under time pressure we felt safe. The GoodbyeMatrix team gave us the feeling of being in the best hands.
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Anastasiya Danilova.
Anastasiya Danilova is Head of Citizenship at GoodbyeMatrix and your dedicated point of contact on the path to a second citizenship.
As a multiple-citizenship holder with Russian roots, she understands from personal experience how important it is not to rely on a single nationality - especially in times of geopolitical uncertainty.
She has successfully guided numerous GoodbyeMatrix clients through leading Citizenship by Investment programs worldwide, from the Caribbean to Vanuatu, and is also experienced in specialized pathways such as citizenship through birth abroad.
If you request a non-binding quote, Anastasiya will contact you personally and guide you step by step through the entire process - discreetly, professionally, and with a clear focus on results.
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Key Information at a Glance.
How much does Argentina citizenship by investment cost?
According to the announcement of 2 October 2026, citizenship by investment costs USD 350,000 as a donation to the Tesoro Nacional (main applicant without dependents). Alternatively you subscribe to a government bond of USD 800,000 with a 7-year term at 0% interest.
Dependents are added as donations: USD 100,000 per spouse, USD 100,000 per child aged 18 to 25 and USD 25,000 per child under 18. A family of 4 pays USD 500,000 on the donation route and USD 950,000 on the bond route.
Government fees and our professional fees are not set yet. You learn both with your quote once the decree is published.
Donation or government bond: what is the difference?
The donation of USD 350,000 is non-refundable. The government bond of USD 800,000 runs for 7 years at 0% interest per the Minister of Economy, Luis Caputo; the repayment terms are set out in the decree.
Do the honest maths: at 0% over 7 years the bond costs you the forgone return on USD 800,000. Depending on your investment strategy that figure sits close to the donation or above it. In return the capital remains nominally intact.
Important: the contributions for your dependents are donations in both cases.
When can I apply?
The government names Q4 2026 for the start of the application window. The implementing decree with the fee schedule and procedural details has not been published yet.
That is why we run a waiting list. You register free of charge, we record your family, and on the day of publication you receive your quote. If you wish, onboarding starts now.
How solid is the legal basis?
The program rests on Emergency Decree DNU 366/2025 and Decreto 524/2025. The DNU is being challenged: 2 courts have ruled against it and the Supreme Court decision is pending. The opposition in Congress has also announced criticism.
We say this openly because it affects your planning. As long as the situation is unresolved, we file no applications and accept no money for the investment. The waiting list and the onboarding cost you nothing and bind you to nothing.
Do I have to pay tax in Argentina if I hold the passport?
No, not automatically. Ley 27.802 (Article 194) makes clear that citizenship by investment does not create tax residency in Argentina. You become taxable only if you actually live there.
Argentina taxes residents on worldwide income at up to 35%. If you hold the passport as a Plan B and live elsewhere, this does not affect you. How the passport fits your overall structure is what we clarify in the consultation.
Can I keep my current citizenship?
Yes. Argentina permits dual and multiple citizenship. Whether your home country permits it too is something we check with you; Germany has allowed multiple nationality since June 2024, Austria and Switzerland handle it differently, and most common-law countries have no restriction.
Where can I travel visa-free with the Argentine passport?
To 170 destinations visa-free or with a visa on arrival (October 2026). That puts the Argentine passport at rank 15 in the global passport ranking, level with Brazil.
They include the Schengen Area (90 days in 180), the United Kingdom (up to 6 months, with an ETA), Japan, the United Arab Emirates, Turkey, Mexico and Russia. China is visa-free on a temporary basis until 31 December 2026.
The United States requires a visa; Argentina left the Visa Waiver Program in 2002.
What does the Mercosur Residence Agreement give me?
As an Argentine citizen you have the right to a 2-year residence permit in the states party to the Mercosur Residence Agreement: Brazil, Uruguay, Paraguay, Chile, Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador and Peru. The core requirement is a clean criminal record. After that you can move to permanent residence.
By area this is the largest settlement bloc in the world: 16.4 million square kilometres, around 404 million people. Some states require a waiting period from naturalised citizens; Brazil, for example, 5 years after naturalisation. We check your target country with you.
Do I have to live in Argentina or appear in person?
As things stand, no residence requirement is foreseen. Citizenship by investment is a separate route next to regular naturalisation, which requires 2 years of continuous residence.
Whether a personal appointment is needed for the passport and the national ID is set out in the decree. As soon as it is published, we tell you what applies.
How long does the process take?
Under Decreto 524/2025 the Dirección Nacional de Migraciones decides within 30 working days after the APCI has completed its review. There is no track record yet; the program is only starting.
We plan with 6 to 12 months from engagement to passport. Whoever starts onboarding now saves the months of document collection.
What happens if my application is rejected?
The APCI reviews identity, source of funds, assets, criminal record, reputation and migration history. That is exactly what we review in advance in the pre-check. We only start the engagement if we see no obstacle.
The donation or bond becomes due only after approval. Your capital does not move before Argentina has said yes. Whether and how government fees are refunded after a rejection is set out in the decree.
Which family members can I include?
Per the announcement: your spouse (USD 100,000), children under 18 (USD 25,000) and children aged 18 to 25 if unmarried and financially dependent on you (USD 100,000).
Parents, grandparents, parents-in-law and siblings are not mentioned in the announcement. List them on the waiting list anyway: as soon as the decree sets the rule, you receive a second quote for them.
Is there military service in Argentina?
No. General conscription has been suspended since 1994 (Ley 24.429). The armed forces are all-volunteer.
The passport creates no service obligation for you or your sons.
What are the Argentina citizenship requirements for investors?
Per the announcement: a qualifying investment (donation of USD 350,000 or bond of USD 800,000), a clean criminal record, lawful source of funds and a successful due-diligence review by the APCI covering identity, assets, reputation and migration history. The main applicant must be an adult.
There is no language test, no residence requirement and no interview in the sources published so far. The decree will set the final list; we update this page the day it is out.
How does Argentina compare with the Caribbean programs?
The Caribbean programs (St. Kitts, Dominica, Antigua, Grenada, St. Lucia) start from USD 200,000 to 250,000, have decades of track record and deliver the passport in 4 to 10 months. Argentina costs more, is new and not yet legally settled.
In return you get a G20 country of 46 million people, settlement rights in 9 states and a passport that ranks above every Caribbean passport in the global passport ranking (rank 15 against rank 20 for St. Kitts and Nevis, October 2026). Our program comparison shows you which route fits you.
What happens after I join the waiting list?
You receive an immediate confirmation from Anastasiya. We review your family constellation and, as soon as the decree is published, send you your quote for the core family and, if listed, a second quote for further relatives.
If you do not want to lose time, you start onboarding now: a passport copy and your address are enough, and we open your file and begin the pre-check. Free of charge, no obligation.
Take the First Step Now
Argentina is opening its passport to investors. Join the waiting list free of charge and receive your quote on the day the decree is published. If you wish, onboarding starts immediately.
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