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Argentina
South America • South America
Overview
Argentina offers extremely low costs due to currency devaluation, with Buenos Aires providing European-style culture at South American prices. The Rentista visa requires proof of $1,500/month passive income. However, economic instability and high inflation require careful financial planning.
Visa Options
Digital Nomad Visa
180-day residence extendable for another 180 days, allowing remote work for foreign employers.
~2 weeks processing
No citizenship path
Rentista Visa
For retirees and those with passive income. Valid one year, renewable annually for up to three years.
Min. $1,600/mo
~20 weeks processing
Path to citizenship
Highlights
- ✓Extremely low costs due to peso devaluation
- ✓Buenos Aires offers sophisticated European-style culture
- ✓Rentista visa requires $1,500/month passive income
- ✓Rich arts, dining, and nightlife scenes
- ✓Four distinct seasons in Buenos Aires region
Considerations
- !High inflation makes budgeting unpredictable
- !Economic instability ongoing concern
- !Currency controls complicate finances
- !Crime rates higher than regional peers
Quick Stats
Affordability72/100
Healthcare Quality60/100
Safety55/100
English Spoken30/100
Data updated 1/26/2026