Renting and buying
Renting in Argentina as a foreigner, the neighbourhoods Australians pick, and buying property.
- Buying property in Argentina as a foreigner: stepsForeigners can buy urban property in Argentina without residency; a nonresident Australian can apply for a CDI, then use an escribano for title checks and the deed. Rural land has separate approval rules.
- Furnished temporary rental in Buenos Aires: first monthStart with a furnished temporary rental whose written agreement states the stay dates, total charges, cancellation terms and deposit return. Inspect permanent-home leases in person before committing to a longer term.
- Renting in Buenos Aires as a foreigner: the leaseForeigners can sign written Buenos Aires leases. Under the post-DNU 70/2023 rules, the parties negotiate the term and currency as well as the deposit and rent adjustments. In CABA residential rentals, an individual tenant cannot be charged an agency commission.