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At a glance

Living index rating
Affordable
Monthly rent
US$300 – US$600 for a shared room in Buenos Aires (central areas higher)
Monthly food
US$200 – US$350
Other monthly expenses
US$100 – US$250 (transport, phone, health insurance, personal)
Visa processing time
About 20 – 40 days
Family allowed for students
Yes

Visa requirements

  • Temporary residence for students, through the National Directorate of Migrations (DNM) or a consulate visa, for courses at officially recognised institutions
  • Enrolment certificate, passport, birth certificate and criminal record certificates
  • Health insurance is compulsory since Decree 366/2025
  • Mercosur nationals can use the simpler Mercosur residence route
  • Public universities may now charge foreign students fees, and foreign residents may be charged for public health care
  • Students can usually work part-time once they hold their residence

Work permit after studies

  • No specific post-study visa
  • Graduates can change to a work-based temporary residence with a job offer; Mercosur nationals can stay on Mercosur residence

Citizenship route

  • Citizenship after 2 years of continuous legal residence, now an administrative process with the DNM (since 2025)
  • Under Decree 366/2025, leaving Argentina during the 2 years resets the count
  • Permanent residence usually after 3 years of temporary residence (2 for Mercosur nationals)

Family details

  • A spouse and children can apply for residence based on family reunification with a temporary resident
  • They must also have health insurance, and can work once they hold residence

Universities in Argentina

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This guide is for general information. Visa and immigration rules change often, so always check the official government website before you apply. Last updated 6 October 2026.