Digital Nomad VisavsWork Visa

Fast. Typically 2-4 weeks from application to approval. Fully online application process through the Migraciones portal. Minimal bureaucracy compared to other visa types.

Slow. Usually 2-6 months due to employer sponsorship requirements, labor market tests, and multiple government agency approvals. Your employer handles most of the paperwork.

Moderate. Application fee around $200-300 USD. No employer overhead costs. You cover all expenses yourself, which keeps things straightforward.

Higher total cost. Government fees plus employer-side costs for sponsorship, legal processing, and compliance. Often $500-1,500+ when factoring in employer legal fees.

6 months, renewable for another 6 months. Maximum 1 year total stay. After that, you need to leave or switch to a different visa category.

1-3 years depending on the contract. Directly tied to your employment. Renewable as long as you maintain your position with the sponsoring employer.

Must demonstrate minimum $1,500 USD/month in remote income from clients or employers outside Argentina. Bank statements and contracts required as proof.

No personal income threshold, but your Argentine employer must demonstrate they pay at least minimum wage and comply with local labor laws. Salary is in Argentine pesos.

No. You cannot work for Argentine companies or provide services to Argentine clients. Your income must come exclusively from foreign sources.

Yes. That is the entire purpose. Full legal right to work for your Argentine employer with all local labor protections, benefits, and social security contributions.

No direct path. The Digital Nomad Visa is temporary and does not count toward permanent residency. You would need to switch to a different visa category.

Yes. After 2-3 years of continuous legal employment, you can apply for permanent residency. This is one of the most reliable paths to settling long-term in Argentina.

Very flexible. No employer dependency, work your own hours, travel freely within Argentina. You can work for multiple foreign clients simultaneously.

Limited. Tied to one specific employer. Changing jobs means restarting the visa process. Your legal status depends on maintaining that employment relationship.

Can apply from anywhere with an internet connection. Popular among applicants from the US, EU, UK, and other countries with strong remote work cultures.

Usually requires being in Argentina or applying through the Argentine consulate in your home country. Your employer initiates the process locally.