Argentina is launching a golden passport program in 2026, becoming the first South American country to offer citizenship or long-term residency through investment. Golden visas have been popular in Europe and the Middle East for years, but this is new territory for the region. The program will allow investors to secure residency or a path to citizenship by meeting Argentina's investment threshold, though the exact amount and investment types are still being announced.
Residency & Citizenship
Argentina launches South America's first golden passport in 2026
Argentina is introducing a residency-by-investment program—the first of its kind in South America—with details on cost and eligibility coming soon.
Argentina is introducing South America's first golden passport program.
For Americans and other expats looking to establish legal residency in South America with a clear investment pathway, this opens a door that didn't exist before. Argentina has long been attractive for cost of living and quality of life, and this program will formalize what many have done informally. Watch for official details on minimum investment amounts, processing timelines, and whether the visa leads to permanent residency or citizenship. This will likely be competitive once launched.
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