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📅 Post Date: June 6, 2026 | 🔄 Updated: June 30, 2026 | ⏱️ 4 min read

What Is the TIE 24H Entry Authorization?

Foreigners from visa-exempt countries under Art. 24, paragraph a) “Tourist” of Law 25.871 may apply for an electronic entry permit to enter as transitory resident (Residencia Transitoria), which is short-term legal stay for purposes such as tourism, business visits, medical treatment, crew members, transit, academics, etc.

Professionals, academics, business visitors, and travelers from visa-exempt countries must apply for the TIE 24H Electronic Entry Permit before arrival from outside the territory of the Argentine Republic. 

This digital permit allows stays of up to 1 (one) year, depending on the activity, and is commonly used by technical workers, artists, athletes, business travelers, Spanish language students, and digital nomads.

Applicable Categories

Key Points​
  • Processing time: 10 business days.
  • The applicant must not enter Argentina before the application is resolved by the consulate of Argentina in the country of the applicant’s origin. 
  • The permit is valid from three months up to 1 (one) year. 
  • Upon entry, the authorized stay period begins.

Electronic Entry Processing (TIE 24H) (translated by Google Translate)

RENURE Registration, Invitation Letter, and TIE 24H Authorization

Successful corporate immigration processes begin with a clear understanding of how RENURE, invitation letters, and the TIE 24H procedure work together. Rather than being the starting point, the TIE 24H is typically one component of a well-structured immigration strategy that allows companies to bring foreign students, specialists, and business visitors to Argentina efficiently and compliantly.

For many technical assignments and short-term corporate activities, or Spanish language studies up to one year, the first step is confirming that the Argentine sponsoring entity is properly positioned to sponsor the foreign national before the National Directorate of Migration. In many cases, this involves maintaining an active RENURE (Registro Nacional Único de Requirentes de Extranjeros) registration. Once the sponsoring company’s immigration standing has been established, the invitation letter can be prepared, clearly describing the visitor, the purpose of the trip, the expected duration of the assignment, and the activities to be carried out in Argentina. With these foundations in place, the TIE 24H application can be processed smoothly for eligible foreign nationals.

By following this sequence—RENURE first, followed by the invitation letter, and then the TIE 24H application—companies can align immigration requirements with operational timelines, project schedules, and business objectives. Early immigration planning also makes it easier to identify the most appropriate entry pathway based on the visitor’s nationality and intended activities, whether that is a TIE 24H authorization, a technical visa, or another immigration category. When immigration considerations are incorporated into project planning from the outset, international mobility programs become more predictable, efficient, and successful.

Step-by-Step TIE 24H Entry Authorization Process

Step 1 – Client Onboarding Registration

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Required Documents/Information:

  • Passport copy
  • Email address
  • Intended travel date
  • School / university enrollment details
  • Digital passport-style photo (white background)

 Step 2 – Obtain School Documents

Enrollment to the educational institution:

A. Solicitud de Autorización de Ingreso al País – Precarga de Datos

The institution must submit the student’s request through the Argentine National Migration Directorate (DNM).

B. Acceptance Letter (Carta de Admisión)

Must state:

  • Student’s full name
  • Name of institution
  • Course or program
  • Duration of studies
  • Signature of authorized representative

The Argentine consulate may treat the acceptance letter and Precarga de Datos as separate documents.

Step 3 – Non-Criminal Background Check

  1. Obtain Non-Criminal Criminal Background Check.
  2. Apostille the non-criminal report.
  3. Ensure the non-criminal report is less than 90 days old when the visa/authorization is issued.

 Step 4 – Translation and Apostille Requirements

Translate the non-criminal background check into Spanish.

Requirements:

  • Certified translation
  • Translator’s signature notarized
  • Apostille of notarized translator certification (if required by the Consulate)

Step 5 – Prepare Consular Package

Submit to the Argentine Consulate:

  • Passport copy
  • Passport photo
  • Signed Nota de Solicitud
  • PRECARGA
  • Acceptance Letter
  • Apostilled Non-Criminal Background Check
  • Spanish Translation of Non-Criminal Background Check
  • Any additional documents requested by the Consulate

Step 6 – Consular Review and Approval Process

The consulate reviews the file and may request the following:

  • Missing translations
  • Updated Non-Criminal documents
  • Additional school documents
  • Clarification regarding enrollment

Respond promptly to avoid delays.

 Step 7 – Pay TIE 24H Consular Fee

Once the file is accepted:

  • Consulate sends payment instructions.
  • The applicant pays the TIE 24H processing fee (USD 80 in the US consulate case).
  • Send payment confirmation and transaction number to the Consulate.

 Step 8 – Consular Approval

After review and payment:

The Consulate issues confirmation that the TIE 24H application has been approved and forwards the case to the Argentine National Migration Directorate (DNM).

 

 Step 9 – Receive Entry Authorization

The applicant receives an email directly from Migraciones containing:

  • Electronic Entry Authorization (TIE 24H)

Important:

  • No visa sticker is placed in the passport.
  • Authorization is electronic.

 Step 10 – Travel to Argentina

Applicant should carry:

  • Passport
  • TIE 24H Entry Authorization
  • Health insurance valid in Argentina
  • School enrollment documents
  • Copy of Non-Criminal background check (recommended)

 Step 11 – Arrival in Argentina

Present the TIE 24H authorization to Immigration upon arrival.

Step 12 – Post-Arrival Migration Process

After entering Argentina:

  • Print and keep the Entry and Residence Permission Fee receipt received during the TIE process.
  • Follow Migraciones instructions regarding residence processing based on the study program.
  • Complete any additional registration requirements requested by Migraciones.

Required Documents Checklist for TIE 24H Application

  • Passport
  • Passport photo
  • Signed Nota de Solicitud
  • PRECARGA
  • Acceptance Letter (Carta de Admisión)
  • Non-Criminal Background Check
  • Non-Criminal Apostille
  • Spanish Translation
  • Translation Notarization/Apostille (if required)
  • Health Insurance for Argentina
  • Consular Fee Payment Receipt
  • TIE 24H Approval Email / Entry Authorization
Apostille/Legalization and Translation Requirements

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FAQ

The TIE 24H Entry Authorization is an electronic authorization issued through the Argentine National Migration Directorate (DNM) that allows eligible foreign students to enter Argentina and complete their residence process after arrival.

No. The TIE 24H authorization is issued electronically and no visa sticker is placed in the passport.

Yes. U.S. citizens must obtain a non-criminal background check, have it apostilled, and ensure it remains valid according to Argentine immigration requirements.

PRECARGA is the pre-registration request submitted by an Argentine educational institution through the National Migration Directorate (DNM) to initiate the student’s entry authorization process.

Yes. Applicants should carry valid health insurance covering their stay in Argentina when traveling under the TIE 24H authorization.

Yes

No. The TIE 24H procedure is generally intended for foreign nationals who are eligible to travel to Argentina without first obtaining a consular visa. If the applicant’s nationality requires a visa to enter Argentina, the immigration process is different and the TIE 24H authorization is typically not the appropriate pathway.

For certain nationalities from Asia, Africa, and the Middle East that are subject to Argentina’s visa requirements, the correct route is usually a Technical Visa (Visa de Trabajo Técnico) or another applicable visa category processed through the Argentine consulate with jurisdiction over the applicant’s place of legal residence. This process involves consular intervention, additional supporting documentation, and processing times that differ significantly from the TIE 24H procedure.

Before making travel arrangements, companies should verify whether the foreign national requires a visa to enter Argentina and determine the appropriate immigration category based on the planned activities, duration of stay, and nationality of the traveler. Early planning helps avoid delays and ensures compliance with Argentine immigration regulations.

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