Argentina Tightens Immigration Rules with New Entry and Citizenship Requirements

On May 29, 2025, the Argentinian government published Decree no. 366/2025, which introduces amendments to Immigration Law no. 25,871, tightening entry restrictions and implementing stricter requirements for permanent residence and citizenship.

The decree had been announced by the president’s office on May 14, 2025.

Among other changes:

  • Foreign nationals wishing to enter Argentina are required to submit an affidavit stating the purpose of their entry and proof of health insurance.
  • A foreign national with any criminal convictions will not be allowed to enter the country. Any foreign national convicted of any crime in Argentina can be deported.
  • Foreign nationals entering the country must now provide their residential address, and any change of address must be reported to the immigration authorities within three days.
  • Citizenship by naturalization now requires two continuous years of legal residence.

The decree entered into force on the day of its official publication.

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