Argentina has become the center of attention this week in the investment migration industry, following an official announcement that the Ministry of Economy has issued a public tender to develop the country’s first potential Citizenship by Investment (CBI) program.
While this marks an important step, it is essential to clarify: the program is not launched, approved, or operational.
Below, we break down what this development really means for investors, advisers, and the global mobility sector.
What has Argentina announced?
The Ministry of Economy has opened a formal tender (Tender Nº 34-0001-CPU25) seeking a consulting firm that will:
- Design the potential CBI program
- Implement the future system
- Operate the program during its first four years
This tender runs until January 20, 2026, which means Argentina is beginning a long planning and evaluation process rather than opening an immediate pathway to citizenship.
The project will be overseen by the newly created Agencia de Programas de Ciudadanía por Inversión (APCI), established under Decree 366/2025 and regulated by Decree 524/2025.
What this development does not mean
Despite the excitement, no Citizenship by Investment program currently exists in Argentina. Specifically:
No program is operational
There are no applications, requirements, investment paths, or procedures available at this stage.
The tender process continues until January 20, 2026
Only after this phase will Argentina evaluate the proposal, select a firm, and begin outlining a potential program.
APCI will oversee the project
But the agency itself is still in early formation and has not released any policy frameworks.
Program design is still conceptual
The consulting firm will be responsible for defining its structure, meaning nothing is finalized.
Projections are preliminary
Government documents mention a forecast of up to 5,000 favorable recommendation reports during the contract period, but this is planning — not confirmation of actual demand or approval.
So, is Argentina launching a CBI Program?
Not yet.
Argentina is exploring the feasibility of a Citizenship by Investment program through an official government process.
However:
- There is no launch date
- There are no official requirements
- There is no legal framework in place
- There is no guarantee the program will ultimately be approved
This step signals interest, not implementation.
What should investors do in the meantime?
While the industry watches Argentina’s developments closely, individuals seeking residency or citizenship solutions should rely on fully operational and government-approved programs.
At Orience, we help clients navigate active and reliable CBI and RBI pathways worldwide, including:
- The Caribbean CBI jurisdictions
- European residency programs
- Strategic investment-based pathways
- Global mobility planning and portfolio diversification
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