Is it really possible to immigrate to Argentina?
There are a lot of information about immigration in Argentina on the Internet.
They claim that the application process is simple and you can get a passport quickly.
In short, the cost of immigration is very low and very easy.
Really? Is it so easy to enjoy Argentina's rich, cheap and high-quality life?
And is there still a chance to be neighbors with football stars?
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Will Argentina be a good place for ordinary people to quickly immigrate and get a residence permit or even a passport?
We have done two weeks of in-depth research to understand the immigration policy in Argentina.
Today, let's see if this is an easy way for ordinary people to immigrate.
Argentinian passports can travel to more than 100 countries in front of you.
Europe, Latin America are all free of charge.
Does it look pretty good?
Yes, with this little blue book, it's much easier to travel around the world.
Japan is also free of charge.
And it supports dual citizenship.
After obtaining citizenship, there is no need for a residence permit.
It's very attractive.
Some people say that getting an Argentine passport is very simple.
But some people say it's very difficult.
Sometimes the information on the Internet feels very contradictory.
What's going on?
Because according to the immigration law in Argentina,
as long as you live in Argentina for two consecutive years,
you are eligible to apply for citizenship and become an Argentine citizen.
This immigration policy really has a low threshold.
It sounds so nice.
Of course, you won't be able to get a passport in two years.
Because the application process always takes some time.
It usually takes up to two years.
So what about permanent residency?
Currently, there are three types of permanent residency in Argentina.
They are permanent residency, temporary residency, and transitional residency.
In many countries, the first step to obtaining permanent residency is to apply for temporary residency, right?
Yes, it's the same in Argentina.
All people with Argentine citizenship can apply for permanent residency after living in Argentina for more than three years.
In some cases, you can even obtain permanent residency immediately.
Wow, I didn't know there was such a good thing.
If you want to obtain Argentine citizenship, which type of permanent residency do you need to apply for?
It doesn't matter which type of permanent residency you choose.
As long as you live in Argentina for two consecutive years, you are eligible to apply for it.
It sounds funny.
The application process is actually shorter than the application process for permanent residency.
It seems that Argentina welcomes foreigners to come to Argentina.
Of course, there is some distance between ideal and reality.
Here comes the most important question.
Is there any way to legally live in Argentina for two years or even three years?
Where should I start applying?
Basically, you have to apply in Argentina.
Because many procedures are handled by the Argentine Immigration Bureau.
Let's talk in detail about the four main ways to obtain Argentine citizenship.
There is a way that is almost suitable for everyone.
What is the first way to obtain Argentine citizenship?
The first way is to obtain permanent residency.
It sounds amazing.
How do you actually do it?
This method is achieved through direct relatives in Argentina.
For example, you have a son or daughter of Argentine nationality who marries an Argentine citizen.
Or you have a son or daughter of Argentine nationality who marries an Argentine permanent resident.
In these cases, you can apply for permanent residency.
It turns out that as long as you prove that your son is your son, you can become an Argentine citizen.
Yes, as long as you submit a document that has been legalized by the Immigration Bureau,
that is, a birth certificate, a marriage certificate,
which can prove your relationship with your family,
and a non-crime record.
That's it.
It sounds very simple.
No wonder someone shared that if their son or daughter wants to come to Argentina,
the whole family can immigrate together.
It can also be that if your son or daughter really wants to come to Argentina,
they can immigrate as soon as they get married.
Do you need to register in Argentina to marry an Argentine citizen?
Or can you do it elsewhere?
You can do it in Argentina or anywhere else,
as long as it proves that the document is valid.
It means that all foreign documents need to be certified by Haiya
in order to be used in Argentina.
So how long does it take to apply?
Usually, it takes about 3 to 6 months.
You can see a series of application procedures and necessary conditions on the official website.
The link is in the video description.
So after obtaining permanent residency through the method of having children or getting married,
can you apply to join the Argentine nationality?
In theory, yes.
This is related to immigration management.
This is mainly handled by two departments.
Permanent residency is handled by the immigration department,
and joining the Argentine nationality is directly handled by the court.
Before becoming an Argentine citizen,
do you need to meet an Argentine judge first?
Yes, you need to meet a judge.
Getting married and having children is not something you can do just because you want to.
It all depends on fate.
Let's talk about the second method of obtaining permanent residency.
The second method is to apply for temporary residency through passive income.
The common method is to use real estate, rental funds,
bank interest, and stock dividends as passive income.
Those things you don't have to do to earn money, right?
That's right.
In addition to the application method,
there are many other methods.
The Argentine law also allows some new methods to prove your passive income.
Does the new method mean digital currency or tax revenue?
In short, it's not like working from home and making money online.
Is the threshold high?
How much passive income do you need to apply for?
According to the official website,
there are at least five passive income with the lowest salary standard per month,
and it can last for at least two years.
I heard that the Argentine exchange rate fluctuates a lot.
Now the exchange rate is $1,000 to $1,000.
Will it be more cost-effective?
According to the current exchange rate,
you need to pay the lowest salary of $1,500.
If you have a family to apply for,
do you need to pay more?
It's a good thing if you don't have a family.
In short, it's $1,500 per person.
Will there be a discount for children?
Come on, be sincere.
Do you still want a discount?
If it's a family application,
the amount is quite considerable.
What you need to pay attention to is that
this amount of money needs to be deposited in Argentina through a bank transfer.
It seems that if there are more applicants,
it's not a small amount of money.
So how long is the validity period of this temporary residence visa?
Generally, it can be extended from one year to seven years.
It can be extended for three years at most.
You need to provide an income certificate for each extension.
And then two years later,
you are eligible to apply for an Argentine nationality.
That's right.
What do you think of this immigration method in Argentina?
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In fact, the passive income method is also quite suitable for retirees.
Yes, the third way is to apply for a pension.
Is there really such a policy?
So what's the difference with passive income?
The main difference is that you need to prove that
you have a stable monthly income from a foreign government agency or a private company.
And it's a guaranteed lifetime income.
Then it's in line with the requirements.
It seems that you also need to reach the minimum salary of five times a month.
That's right.
At present, it's about $1,500 a month.
This number varies depending on the exchange rate of the dollar.
So at the moment, Argentina is in such a turbulent situation,
it's still good to apply for a pension.
Yes.
So now is it a good opportunity to invest in Argentina?
If you exchange $1,000 for a pension, you will immediately become a millionaire.
This is a very interesting topic to discuss.
If you have the opportunity, you can make a video to talk about it.
Is there any other way?
If I'm not a retiree and I don't have that much passive income,
what should I do?
Calm down.
I dare to say that the following method is suitable for almost everyone.
As long as you want to come, there is no way you can't come.
That's amazing.
I really doubt it.
Maybe there are a handful of people who are not suitable.
How many are a handful of people?
Don't hesitate.
Tell me what the method is.
The fourth method is to apply for a student visa to obtain a residence permit.
Then after two years of residence, you are eligible to apply for a nationality.
Are you kidding?
Do you think I'm not serious?
It sounds very unreal.
I'm sure you're kidding.
Not everyone has a university degree.
Is it so easy?
Listen to me.
Studying for a university degree is one way,
but you don't necessarily have to study for a university degree.
That means there are some other courses you can choose from.
That's right.
You can also obtain a transitional residence permit
What's the difference between a temporary residence permit and a transitional residence permit?
The difference is that the validity period is long and short.
Temporary residence is usually one year,
and transitional residence is usually a few months to a year.
It depends on the length of the course.
So if you keep studying in Argentina, you can keep applying for a residence permit?
If you are smart enough to learn Spanish,
or even some courses that don't belong to formal education,
you can apply for a transitional residence permit,
and then keep studying, keep studying, keep studying.
So after two years of studying in Argentina,
I can also apply for a nationality?
Of course you can.
How can Argentina refuse such an outstanding talent?
So it seems that apart from getting married and having children,
learning Spanish in Argentina is also a viable way of learning.
I heard that compared to the application for a passive income and a transitional residence permit,
the speed of application for student visas will be faster.
So do I really have to go to class?
After signing up for the course, the school will give you a registration certificate.
This information will be recorded in the immigration office's digital system,
and the school will act as the immigration office's supervisory agency.
You have the obligation to report the actual situation to the immigration office.
So don't be lazy and not go to class.
So it means that education is linked to the right to stay.
So what courses can I choose?
I can't just read some courses that I don't like, right?
Spanish, art, design, photography, dancing, singing,
or even learning how to drink wine.
Learning how to drink wine?
Will I be drinking wine and playing rock-paper-scissors in class?
No, you won't.
This is a very serious course.
It is recommended that you complete at least one year of the entire course,
and complete a professional degree.
This way, you won't feel like you didn't study hard.
So it means that after studying for two years,
I can apply to join Argentina,
or after studying for three years, I can apply for a permanent residence permit?
Yes, for those who are looking for a new opportunity,
Argentina will be a choice.
Maybe during your studies,
you will meet your favorite doctor,
get married quickly,
and become an Argentinian.
In addition to the above four methods,
there is another method that many people pay attention to,
which is to apply for a permanent residence permit through an investment method.
That's right.
Especially recently, Argentina's exchange rate is so attractive.
Many friends think it is a feasible method.
How much is the investment threshold?
1.5 million!
That's a lot!
The currency is Argentina's mainstay,
and according to the current exchange rate, it is equivalent to $1,500.
Eh?
Isn't this the world's lowest-threshold investment visa?
There is no doubt about it.
That's right.
Otherwise, not so many people would pay attention.
You can apply through investment production,
business, or service activities in Argentina.
You need to submit a business plan to the immigration office for evaluation.
After the application is approved,
you can get a three-year temporary residence permit.
Once you hear the word business plan,
you know that this road is not easy.
Although the investment threshold is very low,
if you have no relevant experience before,
the plan is not well written,
and even some unexpected factors
will make the application difficult.
Someone on the Internet shared that
after trying to submit the application,
he wrote a very detailed business plan to the immigration office,
but did not receive any response.
Eh?
Dealing with these relevant departments is a hassle.
The investment threshold is so incredibly low,
and it won't be easy to build.
Of course, this is because the exchange rate
was not so low a few years ago.
It's not easy, but it's also an opportunity.
If you have tried this application method,
you can leave a message to share your experience.
Yes, it's not easy to immigrate.
The most important thing is to study it carefully before you start.
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