Course Creator Guide for Argentina
Build and sell online courses from Argentina
Course creation has become a popular path to location independence. Creators package their expertise into online courses sold on platforms like Udemy, Teachable, or their own sites. While building a successful course business takes time, it can generate significant passive income. Argentine creators benefit from lower living costs while building their businesses. Popular course topics include language learning, professional skills, tech, and creative arts. The business model involves upfront work creating the course, then ongoing marketing and updates. Successful creators earn $2,000-10,000+/month from course sales. This path suits experts who enjoy teaching and can commit to the upfront content creation work.
Visa Options
Digital Nomad Visa
For course creators building and selling courses remotely.
Freelancer Visa
For established course creators with consistent revenue.
Requirements
- Expertise in a marketable subject
- Experience teaching or explaining concepts
- Basic video recording and editing capabilities
- Proof of course platform accounts or website
- Minimum income documentation ($1,000+/month)
- Health insurance valid in Argentina
- Criminal background check
Income Requirements
Minimum Income Required
$1,000 - $10,000+ USD/month
Course income varies widely based on topic and marketing
💡Successful creators earn $3,000-10,000+/month; building takes 6-12 months
Remote Work Feasibility
Course creation is entirely location-independent. Content creation, marketing, and student support can all be done remotely.
Key Considerations:
- 1Passive income potential once courses are built
- 2Lower living costs support bootstrapping phase
- 3Can combine with other remote work initially
- 4Requires upfront time investment
- 5Marketing skills as important as content
Local Job Market
Demand Level
MediumAverage Salary
Variable - business income not salary
Key Cities:
Industries:
Tax Considerations
- Course revenue typically not taxed locally under Digital Nomad Visa
- Platform payouts (Udemy, Teachable) may have withholding
- Freelancers should register under monotributo
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to make money from courses?
Most creators need 6-12 months of consistent work before seeing significant income. Building an audience, creating quality content, and marketing all take time. Many creators start courses as side projects while maintaining other income.