First published 10/3/2026, 10:38:15 AM · Last updated 10/3/2026, 10:38:15 AM

Argentina to sell citizenship to foreigners for US$350,000 to raise dollars

Argentina has unveiled a citizenship-by-investment programme allowing foreigners to obtain an Argentine passport in exchange for a non-refundable US$350,000 contribution or the purchase of US$800,000 in a seven-year government bond. Applications are expected to open before the end of the year.

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The government says the programme is intended to raise US dollars for the Treasury.

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Argentina to sell citizenship to foreigners for US$350,000 to raise dollars

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