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Argentina Launches Citizenship-by-Investment Plan, Targets $2.5B

By Drooid · Oct 4, 2026, 10:42 PM UTC · How we work

Summary

Story summary

Economy Minister Luis Caputo announced a citizenship-by-investment program.
Applications will open in the fourth quarter of 2026.
The scheme could raise up to $2.5 billion for the treasury.
Applicants must pay a $350,000 contribution or buy an $800,000 bond, with reduced fees for families.
Caputo linked the program to strengthening fiscal position and increasing dollar reserves as Argentina faces $25 billion debt due 2027.

History

Historical Context

Malta launched its Individual Investor Programme in 2014, quickly generating €650 million before the EU Court ruled it illegal on 29 April 2025, prompting tighter EU rules on golden passports. Inspired by that model, Argentina’s Economy Minister Luis Caputo announced a 2026 citizenship-by-investment scheme aimed at raising $2.5 billion, a move watched by the IMF and Brazil.

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Story summary

Economy Minister Luis Caputo announced a citizenship-by-investment program.
Applications will open in the fourth quarter of 2026.
The scheme could raise up to $2.5 billion for the treasury.
Applicants must pay a $350,000 contribution or buy an $800,000 bond, with reduced fees for families.
Caputo linked the program to strengthening fiscal position and increasing dollar reserves as Argentina faces $25 billion debt due 2027.

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