Retirement VisavsInvestment Visa

Must show provable pension or retirement income of approximately $500 USD/month or equivalent. Social Security, private pensions, and government retirement benefits all qualify.

No recurring income requirement, but you must demonstrate significant capital for your investment. The focus is on your financial capacity to fund the proposed project or business.

No investment required. You simply need to prove ongoing pension income. This makes it one of the most accessible visa options financially.

Substantial upfront capital required. Minimum investment thresholds vary but typically start around $100,000+ USD for meaningful business investments or real estate.

Moderate. Typically 1-3 months. Requires authenticating pension documents, which can add time depending on your home country's bureaucracy.

Moderate to long. 2-4 months depending on the complexity of your investment plan and the documentation required. Business plan review adds time.

1-3 years, renewable. Straightforward renewal process as long as your pension income continues. Designed for long-term living in Argentina.

1-3 years, renewable. Tied to the viability and continuation of your investment. Must demonstrate ongoing economic activity during renewals.

While there is no strict minimum age, you must be receiving pension or retirement income, which typically means being of retirement age in your home country.

No age requirement. Open to anyone with the capital and a viable business or investment plan. Popular among younger entrepreneurs and mid-career professionals.

Limited. You are expected to be retired and cannot work for Argentine companies. Volunteer work and personal projects are fine. Passive income is allowed.

Broad. You can run your business, hire employees, sign contracts, and fully participate in the Argentine economy. Maximum flexibility for economic activity.

Yes. After 2 years of continuous legal residency, you can apply for permanent residency, and after 5 years total, Argentine citizenship (2 years with Argentine spouse).

Yes. Same path as the Retirement Visa: permanent residency after 2 years, citizenship after 5 years. Your investment history strengthens your application.

Moderate. You are free to live anywhere in Argentina and travel, but you cannot work locally. Your visa status depends on continued pension income.

High. Most flexible residency option. Run businesses, invest in real estate, participate in the economy. No restrictions on economic activity.