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Family Reunification Visa guide for UAE to Argentina moves

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Family Reunification Visa for UAE residents moving to Argentina

The family reunification visa allows you to join a spouse, parent, or child who already has Argentine residency or citizenship. For UAE-based families where one member has already established residency in Argentina, this visa enables the rest of the household to follow without starting from scratch. The process is faster than most other visa categories because the sponsoring family member has already been vetted.

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Requirements

Proof of family relationship (marriage certificate, birth certificate) apostilled and translated

Sponsoring family member's Argentine residency or citizenship documentation

Valid passport for each applicant

Criminal background check from country of residence

Health insurance valid in Argentina

Step-by-step application process

Gather relationship documents (marriage certificate, birth certificates for children)

Apostille all documents through the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Have documents translated by a certified Spanish translator

The sponsoring family member initiates the petition at Migraciones

Applicants attend biometrics and submit personal documents

Receive temporary residency tied to the sponsor's status

Practical tips for UAE applicants

This is often the fastest pathway for families — processing is typically 30-60 days

Children under 18 are included automatically in a parent's application

The sponsoring family member must maintain valid residency throughout the process

If the sponsor has citizenship, dependents may qualify for expedited naturalization

FAQ

Does my spouse need to be an Argentine citizen?

No. Your spouse just needs valid Argentine residency (temporary or permanent). Citizenship is not required for family reunification.

Can I bring my parents?

Yes. Parents of Argentine residents or citizens can apply for family reunification. The sponsoring child must demonstrate their own valid residency.

Can I work once I arrive?

Yes. Family reunification residency allows you to work in Argentina without additional permits.

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