Short term · no DNI

Transitory residency in Argentina

Tourism, business, digital nomad, seasonal work, transit, short studies and medical treatment. What each subcategory allows, how long it lasts, and when you need a visa or entry permit in advance.

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Transitory residency covers short stays for a specific purpose. As a rule it does not allow work and does not grant a DNI, unless a subcategory or express authorization permits it. Whether you need a visa depends on your passport nationality and the purpose of the trip.

Tourism

Stay of up to 90 days, normally extendable once for an equal period (the extension is requested within the 10 days before expiry). No work allowed. Visa exemption depends on nationality.

Business

Up to 60 days. Corporate meetings, negotiations, trade fairs, investment scouting. It can be arranged through an entry permit (requested by a RENURE-registered sponsor) or a consular visa. It does not replace work or investor residency.

Digital nomad

Up to 180 days, with a single extension for an equal period (maximum one year). For nationals of visa-exempt countries who work remotely for employers or clients based outside Argentina. It does not allow work for local employers or clients and does not grant a DNI.

Key differenceThe digital nomad visa is not the same as work residency or rentier residency. Those are temporary, last longer, grant a DNI and can open the path to permanent residency. If your income comes from your own remote work, you do not qualify as a rentier; the digital nomad visa or another structure must be assessed.

Seasonal migrant worker

Up to 3 months, extendable. Seasonal agricultural, agro-industrial or tourism activities.

Transit

Up to 10 days. Different from a passenger continuing their journey (maximum 12 hours in the international zone, no visa).

Short studies, exchanges, internships or courses

Up to 1 year depending on the program. For longer studies or an intent to settle, temporary student residency is more appropriate.

Short technical, professional, scientific, artistic or religious activities

Variable term; usually requires a registered sponsor (RENURE).

Short-term medical treatment

For treatment that does not justify a longer stay.

ImportantIf you need a tourist visa, do not assume you can travel first and regularize later: in general you must obtain the visa or the entry permit before traveling. Always verify your case by nationality and purpose.
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Aníbal Falivene
Attorney · CPACF Volume 71, Folio 132 · Buenos Aires

25+ years in Argentine public and private law. Foreign investment structuring, residency, immigration and citizenship, with direct service in English, Spanish, Portuguese and Chinese.

Updated 19 July 2026. This guide is general information, not personalized legal advice. Rules and required documents can change and each file is decided on its own merits. We recommend a consultation before starting any procedure, particularly while the scope of the annulment of Decree 366/2025 is being clarified.

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