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 Do I need to study Argentina's history or constitution to pass the citizenship test?
No. Unlike many citizenship test around the world, you do not need to know anything
about Argentina's history or constitution. Nevertheless, you may want to learn
just to become more familiar with the country you are adopting. It is not required,
however.
Do I need to know Spanish to become a citizen?
You will need to be able to read in Spanish. You will be asked to read a page
from a book or the newspaper. You do not need to be fluent, but you should have
a basic understanding of the language. Do not worry, though. It takes 5 years
from the time you first get your residency until the point where you can apply
for citizenship. That is more than enough time to gain the skills you will need.
How hard is the citizenship test?
It is very simple. You are only asked to read a single page from a book or newspaper.
You are not given a written exam. The only thing being tested is literacy. Before
you are granted Argentine citizenship, the government wants to ensure you can
read If you plan on living in Argentina, you will acquire the skills naturally.
If you plan to reside abroad, a few Spanish courses are all you will need.
What paperwork do I need?
ARCA can use your residency paperwork that we already have on-file to start the
citizenship process. Your passport and a new criminal records check will be needed
as well. We will inform you of all the requirements once you begin the process.
The paperwork is nothing out of the ordinary.
When
can I apply for citizenship?
You may request citizenship five years after you first obtain your temporary DNI
or two years after you obtain your permanent DNI. Whether you get a temporary
or permanent DNI depends on what visa you apply for. For most people it will take
five years before you can obtain citizenship. However, if you qualify for a permanent
DNI right away, the wait time can be shortened to two years.
When
can I get a passport?
As soon as you become a naturalized citizen, you can fill out the paperwork and
obtain your passport. Wait times for passports vary based on the government's
backlog of passport applications. It is usually between one and six months.
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