Can We Qualify for Argentina’s Rentista Visa with Remote Income?

[Nurhak]

Hi everyone,

My wife and I are looking into moving to Argentina and are a bit confused about the Rentista visa requirements.

We have about $25,000 in savings, and our combined monthly remote income is around $3,000–$3,200. We work online and get paid regularly, but our income is not passive — it’s from active remote jobs.

We know the Digital Nomad visa is only valid for 1 year and doesn’t lead to citizenship, so we’re wondering if the Rentista visa could be an option for us instead — even if our income isn't passive.

Has anyone had success applying for the Rentista visa with similar circumstances? Could the savings and stable remote income (with contracts) be enough for approval? We're also thinking long term — we’d like a path to residency and eventually citizenship.

Would love to hear your experiences or advice!

Thanks in advance!

 

[steveinbsas]

I suggest you read through this thread:

Thread 'Hoping to move soon to Argentina, here for immigration advice' https://baexpats.org/threads/hoping-to-move-soon-to-argentina-here-for-immigration-advice.47940/

As MarshallE indicated in post #3, you might be able to appy for temporary residency based on active income with the help of a lawyer, but that could significantly decrease your savings...

...without any guarantee of success.

 

[Nurhak]

Thanks for your response .I have read many posts but seems everything changes with new goverment and there is loopholes.It shows Argentina Passive income visa wants more than EU country Portugal.

 

[Lanick]

Go to Spain. Argentina, right now, impossible. It was great until a year and a half ago. Most people here rooted here and don’t want the hassle of moving to another country but most probably they wouldn’t move here if they had known it’d be like this. It’s impossible here!

 

[steveinbsas]

Go to Spain. Argentina, right now, impossible. It was great until a year and a half ago. Most people here rooted here and don’t want the hassle of moving to another country but most probably they wouldn’t move here if they had known it’d be like this. It’s impossible here!

This is what Google AI just told me:

"For temporary non-working residency in Spain, you need to demonstrate a monthly income of at least €2,400 (400% of the IPREM) as a main applicant. Additionally, an extra €600 (100% of the IPREM) per month may be required for each family member you include in your application."

As of today, €3000 equals about $3400 USD, and this figure applies to passive, not active or remote income. For two individuals, that is just about the same monthly income reqirement for the visa rentista and pensionada in Argentina.

While it is possible to get a nomad visa based on income earned remotely, the income reqirement appears to apply to one individual, and, like Argentina, probabably would not include a spouse.

Here is what Google AI just told me:

Yes, it's possible to obtain temporary residency in Spain through remote work by applying for a Digital Nomad Visa. This visa allows non-EU citizens to live and work remotely in Spain, providing they meet specific income and employment requirements.
Here's a more detailed breakdown:
Digital Nomad Visa: This visa is specifically designed for remote workers and freelancers.
Requirements: To qualify, you typically need to:
Be a non-EU/EEA citizen.
Earn a minimum income (e.g., €2,334/month).
Work for a non-Spanish company or be self-employed with a remote work agreement.
Have health insurance.
Duration: The visa initially allows for a year-long stay, which can be renewed for up to five years.
Process: You can apply for the visa from outside or inside Spain.
Residence Permit: Upon obtaining the visa, you'll be granted a temporary residency permit."

At least it can be renewed for up to five years.

PS: If my calculations are accurate, for one person, the monthly income reqirement for the visa rentista and pensionada is presently about $1500 USD, making Argentina a considerably cheaper option than Spain.

This was also the case when I chose to apply for temporary residency in Argentina in 2006 instead of the EU. I was able to meet the monthly income reqirement in Argentina, but not in Spain or France (the only countries in Europe that I was considering at the time.

 

[Lanick]

This is what Google AI just told me:

"For temporary non-working residency in Spain, you need to demonstrate a monthly income of at least €2,400 (400% of the IPREM) as a main applicant. Additionally, an extra €600 (100% of the IPREM) per month may be required for each family member you include in your application."

As of today, €3000 equals about $3400 USD, and this figure applies to passive, not active or remote income. For two individuals, that is just about the same monthly income reqirement for the visa rentista and pensionada in Argentina.

While it is possible to get a nomad visa based on income earned remotely, the income reqirement appears to apply to one individual, and, like Argentina, probabably would not include a spouse.

Here is what Google AI just told me:

Yes, it's possible to obtain temporary residency in Spain through remote work by applying for a Digital Nomad Visa. This visa allows non-EU citizens to live and work remotely in Spain, providing they meet specific income and employment requirements.
Here's a more detailed breakdown:
Digital Nomad Visa: This visa is specifically designed for remote workers and freelancers.
Requirements: To qualify, you typically need to:
Be a non-EU/EEA citizen.
Earn a minimum income (e.g., €2,334/month).
Work for a non-Spanish company or be self-employed with a remote work agreement.
Have health insurance.
Duration: The visa initially allows for a year-long stay, which can be renewed for up to five years.
Process: You can apply for the visa from outside or inside Spain.
Residence Permit: Upon obtaining the visa, you'll be granted a temporary residency permit."

At least it can be renewed for up to five years.

PS: If my calculations are accurate, for one person, the monthly income reqirement for the visa rentista and pensionada is presently about $1500 USD, making Argentina a considerably cheaper option than Spain.

This was also the case when I chose to apply for temporary residency in Argentina in 2006 instead of the EU. I was able to meet the monthly income reqirement in Argentina, but not in Spain or France (the only countries in Europe that I was considering at the time.

2006 was a great time to earn dollars abroad and spend it in Argentina. Spain requirements could be a bit higher than that of Argentina but honestly you have a significantly lower cost of living. And you have it all be it food, clothing, medical, travelling, entertainment, beaches, sunshine and above all; safety!