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Rentista (Independent Means)

Investment PR PathwayThis visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa. Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

4-6 months

Application Fee

94 USD

Stay Duration

1 to 3 years

Renewable

Yes

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Allowed

PR Pathway

Available

Remote Work

Not Required

Overview

Temporary residency category for foreign nationals who can demonstrate a stable, legal passive income from abroad (e.g., rent, dividends, annuities) not derived from local employment.

The Rentista visa is designed for individuals with stable, non-employment-based income from abroad. It allows for a 1-year temporary residency that can be renewed for up to 3 years, eventually leading to permanent residency eligibility. Applicants must prove their income meets specific thresholds and is processed through authorized financial channels.

Fee Breakdown

Residency Application Fee	94 USD
DNI Fee (Foreigners)	20,000 ARS
Criminal Record Certificate	0 ARS

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant	1 year
Extendable up to	3 years

Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Proof of stable monthly passive income from abroad.

Minimum income threshold: Equivalent to at least 5 times the Argentine 'Minimum Living and Mobile Wage'.

Income must be passive (e.g., rental income, dividends, interest, pensions).

Funds must be transferred through financial institutions authorized by the Central Bank of Argentina.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport

Criminal record certificate from country of origin (apostilled/legalized)

Argentine criminal record certificate (Certificado de Antecedentes Penales)

Proof of passive income (e.g., lease agreements, dividend statements)

Proof of address in Argentina (Certificado de Domicilio)

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Pathway to permanent residency
Allows for self-employment or business ownership
Dependents allowed

Worth Knowing

Strict passive income requirements
Fees are subject to UMSM fluctuations
Prohibited from traditional employment
Active employment in Argentina
Inability to prove passive nature of income
Income below 5x the Minimum Living and Mobile Wage

Application Process

Register on RaDEX portal

Complete form and upload documents

Pay fees via RaDEX

Attend in-person appointment at DNM

Receive Precaria

Final approval and DNI issuance

Application Forms

RaDEX Portal

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