Argentina launches citizenship by investment program
Quick Look
- Argentine Economy Minister Luis Caputo announced the launch of a citizenship by investment program offering two options: a direct non-refundable contribution of $350,000 or the purchase of government bonds worth $800,000.
- Applications will begin to be accepted from the fourth quarter of 2026, with spouses and children of applicants also able to apply for an additional fee.
- All funds will be subject to transparency checks to prevent money laundering and terrorist financing.
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Why It Matters
Argentina announced the launch of a citizenship by investment program with two participation options: a contribution of $350,000 or the purchase of bonds for $800,000. The program will begin accepting applications in the fourth quarter of 2026.
Argentine Economy Minister Luis Caputo announced the launch of a citizenship by investment program.
Applicants can make a direct non-refundable contribution of $350,000 or purchase $800,000 in government bonds created specifically for this program.
Applications will begin to be accepted in the fourth quarter of 2026, with funds verified and intelligence agencies involved in reviewing applications to ensure financial transparency and security.
BUENOS AIRES, Oct 2 - RIA Novosti Argentina will offer citizenship by investment, the country's passport will cost 350 thousand dollars, follows from a message from the country's Ministry of Economy.
"(Argentine Economy Minister Luis Caputo announced the launch of a citizenship by investment program... The program offers two simple and transparent mechanisms: a direct non-refundable contribution of $350,000 to the National Treasury or the purchase of government bonds in the amount of $800,000 created specifically for this program," the statement said.
It is specified that applications will begin to be accepted in the fourth quarter of 2026. The spouse and children of the main applicant may also apply for citizenship. For adults, in this case it will cost $100,000, and for persons under 18 years old - $25,000.
It is emphasized that all funds will be checked for financial transparency to prevent cases of money laundering or terrorist financing.
What to Watch
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
The citizenship by investment program will begin accepting applications in the fourth quarter of 2026
Very likely · Within months
Spouses and children of primary applicants will be able to apply for citizenship for an additional fee
Very likely · Within months
Open Questions
- What kind of government bonds will be offered under the program?
- What is the validity period of the acquired citizenship?
- Will the program be available to citizens of all countries without exception?
