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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

Estimated Cost

$94 USD

Varies by filing options

Stay Duration

1 to 3 years

1 yr initial · extendable to 3 · Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

Dependents allowed

PR Pathway

Yes

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote 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 qualification. Applicants must prove their income meets specific thresholds and is processed through authorized financial channels.

Cost Breakdown

Residency Application Fee$94 USD

DNI Fee (Foreigners)ARS 20,000 ARS

Criminal Record CertificateARS 0 ARS

Total$94 USD

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant	1 year
Extendable up to	3 years

Requirements

PUBLISHED 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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