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Residency & Citizenship

Argentina offers one of the fastest paths to citizenship in the world. We guide you through permanent residency and naturalization with expert legal support.

The Path to Argentine Citizenship

Argentina has one of the most accessible citizenship processes for foreign nationals. After just two years of continuous legal residency, you may be eligible to apply for naturalization. Upon becoming a citizen, you receive the same rights as those born in Argentina, including passport privileges and voting rights.

An Argentine passport provides visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to over 170 countries, making it one of the more powerful documents in the world for international travel.

Permanent Residency

Permanent residency (Residencia Permanente) allows you to live and work in Argentina indefinitely without requiring renewals. This status is typically achieved by:

Converting Temporary Residency

After maintaining temporary residency for the required period (typically 1-3 years depending on category), you may apply to convert to permanent status.

Marriage to Argentine Citizen

Spouses of Argentine citizens may apply for permanent residency immediately, without a waiting period.

Parent of Argentine Child

Parents of children born in Argentina (who are citizens by birth) may apply for permanent residency directly.

Citizenship Pathways

Citizenship by Residency (Naturalization)

Eligibility

2+ years of continuous legal residency in Argentina

Timeline

6-12 months after filing

Process

Judicial proceeding before federal court

Our Role

Complete file preparation and court representation

Citizenship by Marriage

Spouses of Argentine citizens may apply for expedited citizenship after two years of marriage and residency.

The court considers factors such as shared residence, evidence of genuine relationship, and integration into Argentine society.

Citizenship by Descent

If you have an Argentine parent or grandparent, you may be eligible to claim citizenship by descent without establishing residency first.

Requires proving the lineage with authenticated vital records.

The Citizenship Court Process

Argentine citizenship by naturalization is obtained through a judicial proceeding, not an administrative one. This means your application is reviewed by a federal judge, and the process includes:

1

File Preparation

We compile all required documents, including apostilled originals, certified translations, and proof of residency.

2

Filing with Federal Court

We submit the petition to the appropriate federal court in your jurisdiction.

3

Review & Investigation

The court reviews your file; a fiscal (prosecutor) may investigate your background and residency.

4

Judicial Decision

The judge issues a ruling granting citizenship. We handle any required responses throughout.

5

Registration & Documents

Upon approval, we assist with registering your citizenship and obtaining your Argentine passport.

Benefits of Argentine Citizenship

Visa-free travel to 170+ countries

Right to live and work in Argentina permanently

Dual citizenship permitted

Access to public healthcare and education

Voting rights in national elections

Pass citizenship to your children

Start Your Citizenship Journey

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Key Facts

  • 2 years minimum residency for naturalization
  • 170+ visa-free destinations
  • Dual citizenship allowed

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