Start a Business in Argentina — SRL, 25- 35% CIT, Knowledge Economy 15%, Mercosur

Argentine company formation involves incorporating a Sociedad de Responsabilidad Limitada (SRL) through a notary or a Sociedad por Acciones Simplificada (SAS 24-hour digital formation) and registering with the IGJ (Inspección General de Justicia). Argentina is South America’s 3rd largest economy (45M consumers) with a complex but incentive-rich tax landscape: standard CIT is 25% on undistributed profits with a 7% dividend surcharge (effective ~35%), but the Knowledge Economy Law slashes CIT to 15% with 70% employer social contribution reduction for qualifying tech/IT companies. ARS 50,000 minimum capital for SRL. 100% foreign ownership. Capital controls (cepo cambiario) significantly impact profit repatriation expert structuring is essential. Mandatory CIT inflation adjustment adds unique complexity. Mercosur membership provides access to Brazil, Uruguay, and Paraguay. The India-Argentina DTAA provides 10-15% on dividends. Comply Globally has helped 1,080+ entrepreneurs across 45+ countries.

 

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Countries served

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Client rating

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Founders onboarded

Incorporated in 7 days

Average turnaround time

25-35%

Effective CIT

15%

Knowledge Econ!

Mercosur

Regional Access

45M

Consumers

2026

Tax Reform!

OUR SERVICES IN ARGENTINA

What We Help You With in Argentina

Leverage our expertise for company formation, import-export operations, Employer of Record (EOR),
banking support, tax advisory, visas, and ongoing compliance  all through a single point of contact in Argentina.

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Company Formation

Register an Argentine company remotely with support for structures such as Sociedad por Acciones Simplificada (SAS) and Sociedad Anónima (SA) through the relevant provincial public registries and AFIP registration process. We handle company name reservation, incorporation documents, tax ID (CUIT), legal address, shareholder structuring, and post-incorporation registrations. Argentina allows foreign ownership across most sectors, making it a strategic gateway to the South American market and Mercosur trade bloc. Average Comply Globally turnaround: 2–4 weeks depending on jurisdiction and banking requirements.

Tax & Compliance Advisory​

Navigate Argentina’s corporate tax regime, VAT compliance, transfer pricing rules, payroll obligations, and annual reporting requirements with confidence. Corporate income tax rates in Argentina generally range between 25%–35% depending on taxable income levels. We help optimise your cross-border structure using the India–Argentina Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA), foreign tax credit planning, and international profit repatriation strategies. Our experts also assist with bookkeeping, invoicing compliance, and ongoing AFIP obligations.

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FEMA & RBI Compliance

We manage both sides of your international expansion simultaneously — Argentine incorporation and Indian FEMA/RBI compliance. Our team assists Indian residents and businesses with ODI-related documentation, AD bank coordination, Annual Performance Reports (APR), RBI filings, FLA returns, and foreign asset reporting requirements. This integrated India + overseas compliance capability remains one of our strongest differentiators.

Visas & Immigration

Support for Argentine business visas, temporary residence permits, investor pathways, work permits, and immigration compliance for founders, professionals, and relocating employees. We assist with documentation, local registrations, immigration appointments, translations, apostille requirements, and ongoing renewal procedures for smooth business relocation into Argentina.

EXIM & Logistics

Import/export licensing support, customs procedures, trade compliance, distributor onboarding, IOR/EOR solutions, and logistics coordination for businesses entering the Argentine and wider Latin American markets. Argentina offers strong opportunities in agriculture, food processing, technology, renewable energy, manufacturing, and regional trade through Mercosur access.

Cross-Border Banking

Corporate bank account assistance with leading Argentine and international banks operating in Argentina. We help prepare KYC documentation, shareholder declarations, business plans, and compliance paperwork required for account opening. Where possible, we also coordinate fintech and international payment solutions to simplify cross-border transactions for Indian founders and global businesses.

Why Partner With Comply Globally?

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Speed of Action

We respond within 4 hours. Our streamlined process ensures faster documentation, incorporation coordination, and international compliance execution for businesses expanding into Argentina.

Fast-track support for time-sensitive market entry

Accuracy & Competence

Zero compliance failures across 1,080+ engagements. Every filing is reviewed by dedicated international business specialists before submission.

100% filing accuracy · 4.7★ rating

Ease of Doing Business

One contact for everything — Argentina incorporation, banking coordination, and Indian FEMA compliance managed together without vendor fragmentation.

Single Point of Management · 45+ countries

Cost Competitiveness

Transparent, all-inclusive pricing with no hidden charges. Consistently more cost-effective than traditional large consulting firms while maintaining premium execution standards.

High-value international expansion support

“Initially I thought international expansion would become complicated because of local regulations and banking. But Comply Globally handled everything smoothly from incorporation to compliance support with exceptional speed and professionalism.”

Deepak Nirwan

Argentina

TAX FRAMEWORk

What Is the Corporate Tax Rate in Argentina?

Argentina’s corporate income tax generally ranges from 25% to 35%

Argentina applies progressive corporate tax rates based on taxable income thresholds. Companies are also subject to Value Added Tax (VAT), employer contributions, and sector-specific compliance obligations depending on business activity.

Argentina maintains a Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA) with India, helping businesses reduce the risk of double taxation on cross-border income and improve tax efficiency for international operations.

The country offers strategic access to Latin American markets through Mercosur while providing opportunities in agriculture, fintech, energy, manufacturing, and professional services sectors.

Sources: AFIP (Administración Federal de Ingresos Públicos) · India–Argentina DTAA · Updated May 2026

Argentina vs Brazil vs Chile vs Colombia— Tax Comparison

Argentina Tax Comparison Table
Factor 🇦🇷Argentina 🇧🇷Brazil 🇨🇱Chile 🇨🇴Colombia
CIT Rate
35% 34% (IRPJ + CSLL) 27% 35%
Capital Gains Tax
15% (non-resident) 15–22.5% 10% (shares) 10%
Dividend WHT
7% (non-resident) 0% (currently) 35% 20%
VAT / GST
21% (standard) ~17% (avg state ICMS) 19% 19%
DTAA Network
~20 treaties ~35 treaties ~35 treaties ~15 treaties
Ease of Doing Business
#126 (World Bank) #124 #59 #67
Wealth / Asset Tax
Bienes Personales: up to 1.5% No wealth tax No wealth tax Patrimonio: 1–1.5%
Investment Incentives
RIGI: 25% CIT + tax stability 30 yrs Zona Franca: 0% IPI, reduced CIT Free zones: VAT & tariff exemptions Free trade zones: 20% CIT

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    Start a Business in Argentina

    Can a foreigner open a company in Argentina?

    Yes. Argentina permits 100% foreign ownership in most sectors. Foreign individuals and companies can incorporate entities such as SAS, SRL, or SA structures subject to registration, tax, and banking compliance requirements.

    What is the minimum capital required in Argentina?

    For an SRL, the practical minimum capital is generally around ARS 50,000, although requirements may vary depending on the entity structure and province of registration.

    How long does Argentina company formation take?

    A simplified SAS company can sometimes be incorporated within 24–72 hours digitally, while traditional structures like SRL or SA may take 2–4 weeks depending on notarisation, banking, and provincial approvals.

    What is the corporate tax rate in Argentina?

    Argentina’s corporate income tax generally ranges between 25% and 35% depending on taxable income thresholds. Certain sectors such as technology companies qualifying under the Knowledge Economy regime may access reduced rates.

     
    What is the Knowledge Economy incentive in Argentina?

    The Knowledge Economy Law offers major incentives for qualifying IT, software, AI, biotech, and technology businesses, including a reduced 15% corporate tax rate and significant payroll contribution reductions.

     
    Does Argentina have a tax treaty with India?

    Yes. India and Argentina have a DTAA (Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement) that helps reduce double taxation exposure and optimises withholding tax on dividends, royalties, and interest payments.

    Can profits be repatriated from Argentina?

    Yes, but Argentina maintains foreign exchange and capital control regulations (“cepo cambiario”). Proper structuring and banking strategy are essential for smooth profit repatriation and cross-border transactions.

    What are the most common company structures in Argentina?

    The most popular structures are.

    • SAS (Simplified Stock Company)
    • SRL (Limited Liability Company)
    • SA (Corporation / Joint Stock Company)

    The ideal structure depends on ownership, investment plans, fundraising, and operational requirements.

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