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Pensionado Residency
retirement · Argentina
Temporary residency for foreigners receiving a regular pension paid from abroad by a government, international organisation, or private employer for services rendered outside Argentina. Under Disposición DNM 1.732/2023 (Art. 2, modified by 3.446/2023), minimum pension is 5 × SMVM = ARS 1,815,000/mo (May 2026). 1 year, renewable; permanent residency after 3 years.
- Minimum stay / validity
- 1 yr renewable; PR after 3 yrs
- Processing time
- Not officially published
- Official source
- https://www.argentina.gob.ar/servicio/obtener-una-residencia-temporaria-como-pensionado
Requirements & criteria
- [Mandatory] No criminal record
- [Mandatory] Monthly pension ≥ ARS 1,815,000 (5×SMVM, May 2026)
- [Mandatory] Pension paid from abroad (regular and permanent)