The government has announced that, effective October 6, 2025, the National Directorate of Migration (DNM), under the Ministry of the Interior, has begun digitally processing citizenship applications. Previously, these applications were processed by the Ministry of Justice.
Eligible applicants must be over 18 years of age, born abroad, hold a temporary or permanent residence and comply with the provisions of Article 2 paragraph 1 of the Citizenship Law 346 and its amendments.
The applicant must apply from within Argentina. To begin the process, the following documents are required:
- National identity document;
- Updated criminal record certificate issued by the National Registry of Recidivism;
- Documentation proving occupation or means of subsistence;
- Proof of CUIT/CUIL. (employer tax code / worker id code)
DNM may request additional documents to complete the application.
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