Argentina•South America24 H — Technical and Professional Activities Visa (Visa para Actividades Técnicas y Profesionales)
At a Glance
Varies
USD $200
1 month
Renewable
Renewal
Renewable
Family
Dependents allowed
PR Pathway
None
Sponsor
No job offer needed
Work
Remote not required
Overview
Attend congresses, fairs, and perform technical, scientific, or artistic work for up to 30 days with work authorization for the stated activity.
Argentina's Technical and Professional Activities Visa enables international experts to enter for specific projects lasting up to 30 days per grant. Governed by Migration Law No. 25.871, it bridges tourist visas (no work) and permanent work permits. You'll need a sponsor and proof of specialized expertise unavailable locally; stays beyond 30 days require a separate transitory visa from DNM.
Work is limited to your stated professional, technical, scientific, or artistic activity—general employment is prohibited. Standard fee is USD 200. Spouses and dependents are not included; they require separate visa applications. Processing takes 2–4 weeks.
This visa is ideal for independent consultants, researchers, and artists conducting short-term specialized work in Argentina.
Stay & Extensions
| Initial grant | 1 month |
Requirements
PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS
Must be invited by a person or entity (physical or legal) registered with the National Registry of Foreigners (RENURE) in Argentina.
Must be performing technical, professional, scientific, or artistic activities (remunerated or not).
Valid passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.
Must not have an international criminal record.
Must have a clear purpose of visit related to the technical or professional activity.
KEY CRITERIA
Education
bachelor or higher
Experience
1+ years
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Valid passport (original and copy).
Completed visa application form.
Invitation letter from the Argentine entity (certified by a notary and RENURE-registered).
Proof of professional qualifications (e.g., degree certificates, CV).
Passport-sized photographs (4x4 cm, white background).
Proof of financial solvency (e.g., bank statements).
Criminal record certificate from the country of residence (if applicable).
Advantages & Considerations
Key Benefits
- Up to 30 days per grant with straightforward renewal process for additional stays
- Work authorized for the specific professional activity stated in your visa application
- No job offer requirement — apply directly as an independent professional or consultant
- Renewable visa allowing multiple short-term visits without permanent commitment
- Dependents permitted to accompany on visa
- Low visa fee of USD 200 makes it cost-effective for temporary technical engagements
- Covers range of activities: congresses, fairs, scientific, technical, and artistic work
Worth Knowing
- Work authorization limited strictly to activities specified in visa application; general employment prohibited
- Requires invitation from RENURE-registered Argentine entity (must be certified by notary)
- All foreign documents must be apostilled and translated to Spanish by certified translator
- Stays over 30 days require separate special transitory visa from DNM
- Bachelor degree minimum education required; 1 year professional experience required
- Maximum 30 days per visa grant — unsuitable for stays longer than one month without reapplication
Application Process
Obtain invitation letter
Letter from Argentine host organization
Verify RENURE registration
Confirm inviting company is registered
Complete application
Submit visa application with invitation
Submit documentation
Provide required supporting documents
Pay fee
USD 200 visa fee
Receive visa
Collect from consulate
Application Forms
| Professional/Technical Visa Application | — |
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