Key facts
- Citizenship can be obtained for a $350,000 non-refundable contribution or an $800,000 government bond.
- The program offers visa-free access to over 165 destinations, including the Schengen Area.
- The program's legal foundation rests on an emergency decree found unconstitutional by two appeals courts.
Argentina has launched a citizenship-by-investment program, offering nationality in exchange for a financial contribution or government bond subscription. The initiative, presented by Economy Minister Luis Caputo and Cabinet Chief Diego Santilli on October 2, 2026, aims to attract foreign direct investment and provide a pathway to visa-free travel, including to the Schengen Area. The program is expected to begin accepting applications in the fourth quarter of 2026. However, its legal basis, established through an emergency decree, is being challenged in the Supreme Court after two appeals courts deemed it unconstitutional.