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Argentina Company Registration

Lawshi Firm's Argentina office specializes in providing efficient company registration solutions for international clients. We have successfully assisted numerous multinational companies in establishing themselves in Argentina, leveraging our in-depth local legal practice and market insights to ensure a smooth and efficient business expansion journey.

20 days
Average registration time
100%
Foreign shareholding ratio
45 million
Population Market
#2
Latin American economies

Recommended Company Type in Argentina

Overview of Argentina's Investment Environment

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Agricultural country

The world's third-largest soybean producer, a major exporter of grains, beef, and wine, with advanced agricultural technology.

Energy resources

It possesses the world's second-largest shale gas reserves and the world's third-largest lithium reserves, with enormous potential for renewable energy.

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Talent advantages

Latin America boasts the highest level of education, has five Nobel laureates, and has a wealth of IT and biotechnology talent.

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Market access

The member states of MERCOSUR, together with Brazil, Uruguay, and Paraguay, form a customs union, covering a population of 300 million.

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Industrial base

Latin America has a high degree of industrialization, with well-developed industries such as automobiles, chemicals, food processing, and pharmaceuticals.

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Investment Opportunities

The government has launched an investment promotion plan, focusing on the development of energy, mining, infrastructure and the knowledge economy.

Investment advantages

In recent years, the Argentine government has implemented a series of policies to promote foreign investment, including simplifying administrative procedures, providing tax incentives, and ensuring the free flow of capital. Foreign investors can enjoy special preferential policies, particularly in the energy, mining, agriculture, and technology sectors. Argentina has signed a Belt and Road Initiative cooperation agreement with China, providing more investment opportunities for Chinese companies. A preferential corporate income tax rate of 10% is offered. At the same time, the government promises that foreign-invested enterprises will enjoy national treatment and can freely repatriate profits.

Taxation Essentials

25-35%
Corporate income tax
Taxes are levied progressively based on income.
21%
Value Added Tax (IVA)
Standard tax rate, 10.5% for some items.
3-5%
Business tax
Provincial taxes are levied based on revenue.
7-13%
Dividend Tax
Profits distributed to non-residents
0.6-1.2%
Financial Transaction Tax
Bank account deposits and withdrawals
Special Offer
Knowledge Economy
The IT industry enjoys tax breaks.

TAD - Argentina's Digital Government Platform

Trámites a Distancia - Handle all government procedures remotely

Digital Identity

Biometric authentication: face + fingerprint verification

Electronic signature

Legal effect equivalent to remotely signed documents

IGJ Integration

Company Registration Supervision and Automated Approval System

ARCA Collaboration

Tax registration CUIT generated instantly

Mi Argentina

Mobile App Management Push Notifications

Available 24/7

24/7 service, no appointments or queues required

Frequently Asked Questions about Company Registration in Argentina

Can SAS registration really be completed within 24 hours?

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Yes, but conditions need to be met:

  • TAD authentication completed (requires 1-2 days)
  • Use standard contract template
  • Capital not exceeding the prescribed limit
  • A single shareholder or shareholders have already coordinated.

In fact, 90% of SAS (Self-Assessment and Responsibility) is completed within 24-48 hours. Traditional SRL (Self-Assessment and Responsibility) takes 15-30 days.

What are the differences between CUIT, CUIL, and CDI?

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All three are tax identification codes, but they have different uses:

  • CUIT: Unified Tax ID Number for Enterprises (starting with 30)
  • CUIL: Personal Identification Number (starting with 20/27)
  • CDI: Temporary Tax ID for Foreigners, convertible to CUIT

The format is the same: XX-XXXXXXXX-X, but the prefixes are different.

Note: Foreigners should first apply for CDI, and then convert to CUIT after company registration.

What is the difference between Monotributo and the general tax system?

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Monotributo is a revolutionary simplification of the tax system:

Project Monotributo General tax system
Tax rate Fixed amount 25-35%
IVA Include 21% additional fee
Declare Year Monthly
Accounting requirements Simple Complex

Restriction: Annual income cannot exceed 17 million pesos (approximately US$40,000).

What impact do Argentina's foreign exchange controls have on company operations?

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CEPO's foreign exchange controls do present challenges:

  • Official exchange rate vs. blue rate: the difference can reach 100%.
  • Export proceeds: Foreign exchange must be settled within the stipulated period.
  • Import payment: Subject to SIRA approval, may be delayed.
  • Profit remittance: Annual restrictions, requires central bank approval.

Legitimate countermeasures:

  • Using CCL securities exchange rates (legal)
  • Operations via Uruguay account
  • Utilizing Free Trade Zone Policies

Is it difficult to open a bank account in Argentina?

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Relatively easy, but with special requirements:

  • Peso Account: Can be opened immediately after CUIT
  • USD account: Requires export/import qualifications
  • Required documents: CUIT, contract, proof of address
  • Time: 3-7 business days

Recommended banks:Banco Nación (state-owned) is the most customer-friendly, while Santander Río has good international business.

Special note: You can open a Uruguayan bank account at the same time to circumvent currency controls.

What is the relationship between IGJ and AFIP? What are their respective responsibilities?

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Two independent but collaborative institutions:

IGJ (Inspección General de Justicia):

  • Responsible for company registration and supervision
  • Approval of company articles of association amendment
  • Annual compliance monitoring
  • Buenos Aires City

AFIP (Administración Federal de Ingresos Públicos):

  • Federal Tax Administration
  • CUIT Issuance and Management
  • Customs and social security
  • National jurisdiction

Collaboration: AFIP will be automatically notified to activate CUIT upon IGJ approval.

How does inflation in Argentina affect businesses?

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High inflation is indeed a challenge (annual rate of 100%+):

Influence:

  • Costs are rising rapidly
  • Pricing difficulties
  • Peso devaluation
  • Frequent salary adjustments

Response strategies:

  • The contract is priced in US dollars (although payment is made in pesos).
  • Monthly Price Adjustment Terms
  • Minimize peso holdings
  • Using UVA inflation adjustment units
  • Rapid capital turnover

What is IIBB (Industrial and Commercial Tax)? How is it calculated?

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Ingresos Brutos is a provincial business tax.

  • Tax base: Total operating revenue
  • Tax rate: 1.5%-5% (varies by province)
  • Buenos Aires: 3-5%
  • Declaration: Monthly declaration and payment

Facilitation Agreement: Can apply for Convenio Multilateral unified reporting.

Exemption: Export revenue is generally exempt from IIBB.

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