References
Every primary source this guide relies on, with a short note on what it says and why it matters to a U.S. citizen. Last reviewed October 2026.
How to use this page
The investment route rests on Law 346, Article 2 bis (added by Decree 366/2025) and the procedure in Decree 524/2025. U.S. obligations come from INA § 215, 31 U.S.C. § 5314 (FBAR), 26 U.S.C. § 6038D (FATCA) and, only on renunciation, 26 U.S.C. § 877A. Notes are general summaries, not legal advice; always read the current official text.
What it is: Argentina's core nationality statute, dating from 1869. It defines Argentines by birth, by option (children of Argentines born abroad) and by naturalization.
Why it matters: Article 2 bis, added by Decree 366/2025, creates the 'relevant investment' ground for naturalization without a prior residence period. The law does not require naturalized citizens to renounce another nationality.
What it is: A broad reform of the migration regime and of Law 346, published in 2025.
Why it matters: It introduced the investment ground in Article 2 bis of Law 346 and moved naturalization from a judicial procedure to an administrative one handled by the Dirección Nacional de Migraciones (DNM).
What it is: The implementing decree for the investment route.
Why it matters: It creates the Agencia de Programas de Ciudadanía por Inversión under the Ministry of Economy, which evaluates applications and reports to the DNM; the DNM then decides within 30 business days of that report. It leaves amounts, instruments and detailed rules to later regulations.
What it is: The same decree in Argentina's official legislative database.
Why it matters: InfoLEG shows later amendments and related rules, so it is the best place to check whether the text has changed.
What it is: Official announcement of the program's launch.
Why it matters: Source of the announced figures (USD 350,000 contribution / USD 800,000 bond; USD 100,000 spouse, USD 25,000 per child) and the Q4 2026 opening. These are announcements, subject to final regulations.
What it is: The general law governing how federal agencies process files and issue decisions.
Why it matters: Because naturalization is now administrative, general rules on deadlines, notifications and administrative remedies (such as reconsideration) are relevant if a decision is adverse. How they apply to this program should be confirmed with counsel.
What it is: Argentina's financial intelligence unit, responsible for anti-money-laundering rules (Law 25.246).
Why it matters: Source-of-funds and know-your-customer checks on investment applicants follow AML standards. Expect detailed documentation of where the money comes from.
What it is: The national immigration authority.
Why it matters: Under the reformed framework it issues the naturalization decision.
What it is: The registry that issues the DNI (national ID) and Argentine passport.
Why it matters: After citizenship is granted, documents are issued through RENAPER.
What it is: The 1994 law that replaced conscription with voluntary service.
Why it matters: Explains why naturalized citizens do not face compulsory military service under current law.
What it is: Federal statute on travel control of citizens and aliens.
Why it matters: Requires U.S. citizens to bear a valid U.S. passport when departing or entering the United States — the reason dual nationals use the U.S. passport at U.S. borders.
What it is: Official guidance on holding U.S. and another nationality.
Why it matters: Confirms U.S. law does not require a citizen to choose; acquiring another nationality alone does not cause loss of U.S. citizenship (INA § 349 requires voluntary action with intent).
What it is: The office that apostilles federal documents.
Why it matters: The FBI Identity History Summary is a federal document, so its apostille comes from this office, not from a state.
What it is: How to request a U.S. criminal record report.
Why it matters: Usually the criminal-record document requested for U.S. applicants.
What it is: IRS overview for citizens living or investing abroad.
Why it matters: Confirms citizenship-based taxation: a second passport does not end U.S. filing obligations.
What it is: Bank Secrecy Act reporting of foreign financial accounts.
Why it matters: Required when the aggregate value of foreign accounts exceeds USD 10,000 at any time in the year — relevant once you open Argentine accounts.
What it is: Reporting of specified foreign financial assets with the tax return.
Why it matters: May apply to Argentine accounts or a qualifying Argentine bond, depending on thresholds. Separate from the FBAR.
What it is: Credit for income taxes paid to another country.
Why it matters: Without a comprehensive U.S.–Argentina income tax treaty, it is the main tool against double taxation.
What it is: Information return for interests in certain foreign corporations.
Why it matters: Relevant if you set up or own an Argentine company.
What it is: Mark-to-market tax on 'covered expatriates' who give up U.S. citizenship.
Why it matters: Only relevant if someone later renounces U.S. citizenship; Argentine citizenship does not require it.
What it is: Official site of the South American trade bloc.
Why it matters: Reference for the Mercosur Residence Agreement that lets Argentine citizens obtain residence in participating countries.
What it is: The EU's upcoming travel authorization for visa-exempt travelers.
Why it matters: Applies to both U.S. and Argentine passport holders for short Schengen stays once in operation.