Study visas
Argentine Student Temporary Residence
Temporary residence for foreign nationals enrolled as regular students in recognised Argentine educational institutions.
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Fees follow the official migration fee schedule; no specific fee amount or processing time is published on the official service page.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Argentina government website before you apply.
- Official name
- Residencia temporaria como estudiante
- Route type
- Temporary residence for study (Article 23, Law 25.871)
- Validity
- 1 year, renewable
- Enables DNI
- Yes, temporary DNI
Who it is for
- Regular students in recognised secondary, tertiary, university or specialised programmes
- Interns and scholarship holders under an international agreement or acceptance letter
Requirements
- Valid passport or MERCOSUR travel document
- Argentine criminal record certificate (ages 16+)
- Foreign criminal clearance from countries where resident over 1 year in the last 3 years (ages 16+)
- Proof of address and lawful entry
- Enrolment documentation (electronic enrolment confirmation, or agreement/acceptance letter for interns and scholarship holders)
- Minors: legalised birth certificate and parental authorisation
- Foreign documents legalised or apostilled
What you can do
- Reside in Argentina as a student for the authorised period
- Obtain a temporary DNI
- Renew on proof of continued regular student status
How to apply
- Register in the RaDEX online system
- Complete the application form and pay the platform fees
- Upload the required documentation
- Attend the in-person appointment in Argentina when notified
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.