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    Politics The Oran hospital went from serving 300 people per week to an average of 5 after the start of charging foreigners - Infobae

    The Oran hospital went from serving 300 people per week to an average of 5 after the start of charging foreigners - Infobae Source: https://www.infobae.com/politica/2024/09/10/el-hospital-de-oran-paso-de-atender-300-personas-por-semana-a-un-promedio-de-5/ September 10, 2024 The hospital...
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    Real Estate News “Living like this is unbearable”: the problem suffered by Spaniards that could be replicated in Buenos Aires - La Nación Propiedades

    “Living like this is unbearable”: the problem suffered by Spaniards that could be replicated in Buenos Aires - La Nación Propiedades Source...
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    Newcomer More Provinces Charge Foreigners for Public Hospital Care

    More provinces are deciding to charge foreigners in transit and with provisional residency for care at public hospitals. Salta, the first to implement this measure, reports a 90% drop in medical visits.
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    Newcomer Have you ever felt discriminated against or treated unfairly just because you're a foreigner or tourist in Buenos Aires?

    Lately, I've been seeing what's happening in Barcelona with tourists, and it's really upsetting and sad... While I haven't been to Barcelona myself, I don't think I'd want to visit there. My experience in Argentina has been the best, especially because of its people, always friendly and kind. I...
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    Politics The PRO presented a project to require medical coverage insurance for foreigners entering the country - Infobae

    The PRO presented a project to require medical coverage insurance for foreigners entering the country - Infobae Source: https://www.infobae.com/politica/2024/05/10/el-pro-presento-un-proyecto-para-exigir-un-seguro-de-cobertura-medica-a-los-extranjeros-que-ingresen-al-pais/ May 10, 2024...
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    Politics Salta took stock of two months of charging for health care to foreigners: fewer consultations and savings of $23 million - Infobae

    Salta took stock of two months of charging for health care to foreigners: fewer consultations and savings of $23 million - Infobae Source...
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    Politics More provinces are analyzing charging foreigners for care in public hospitals - Infobae

    More provinces are analyzing charging foreigners for care in public hospitals - Infobae Source: https://www.infobae.com/politica/2024/04/18/mas-provincias-analizan-cobrarles-a-los-extranjeros-la-atencion-en-hospitales-publicos/ April 18, 2024 Salta began applying the charges in March...
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    Politics The government of Santa Cruz explained why it will begin charging foreigners for care in public hospitals - Infobae

    The government of Santa Cruz explained why it will begin charging foreigners for care in public hospitals - Infobae Source: https://www.infobae.com/politica/2024/04/18/el-gobierno-de-santa-cruz-explico-por-que-comenzara-a-cobrarles-a-los-extranjeros-la-atencion-en-hospitales-publicos/...
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    Politics They presented a bill to charge medical care to foreigners in Corrientes - Infobae

    They presented a bill to charge medical care to foreigners in Corrientes - Infobae Source: https://www.infobae.com/politica/2024/04/17/presentaron-un-proyecto-de-ley-para-cobrarle-la-atencion-medica-a-extranjeros-en-corrientes/ April 17, 2024 The text of the initiative clarifies...
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    Politics Since the care was charged, the attendance of foreigners at Salta hospitals fell by more than 80% - Infobae

    Since the care was charged, the attendance of foreigners at Salta hospitals fell by more than 80% - Infobae Source: https://www.infobae.com/politica/2024/04/05/desde-que-se-cobra-la-atencion-cayo-mas-de-un-80-la-concurrencia-de-extranjeros-a-los-hospitales-de-salta/ April 04, 2024 March...
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    Politics The Government of Salta made it official to charge foreigners for health care - Infobae

    The Government of Salta made it official to charge foreigners for health care - Infobae Source: https://www.infobae.com/politica/2024/02/29/el-gobierno-de-salta-oficializo-el-cobro-de-la-atencion-sanitaria-a-extranjeros/ February 28, 2024 The measure was established by a DNU and will...
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    Politics Public hospitals in CABA put up posters in Russian for their foreign patients and provoked Pichetto's indignation - Infobae

    Public hospitals in CABA put up posters in Russian for their foreign patients and provoked Pichetto's indignation - Infobae Source...
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    Real Estate Sales CDI for foreigners- land property

    Hi, I am thinking to buy an apartment in BA. Can I get a CDI number without being fiscally in Argentina? Can someone do it for me?
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    Newcomer Argentine Citizenship for foreigners: Can it really be this easy?

    Today, I visited the federal court (juzgada federal) to inquire about the necessary documents for applying for citizenship. The experience was surprisingly smooth and welcoming. Upon entering, I was warmly greeted by a friendly woman close to my age, who seemed knowledgeable about the process. I...
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    Taxes Agent claims foreigners cannot sell a house for six years

    Hello - new to this site, and this forum. My American parents bought a house they've never seen in the town of San Rafael about 10 years ago. Now they are elderly and need to sell it to pay mounting medical bills here in the US, where they live. The real estate agent conveniently "rented back"...
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    Argentine citizenship for foreigners?

    Over the past two days, there have been multiple discussions about the prospect of pursuing Argentine citizenship as an alternative to obtaining temporary or permanent residency. I've been an active member of this forum for four years, and during this time, I don't recall anyone sharing their...
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    Politics Beware Expats and Foreigners you will be DEPORTED if you participate In Protests

    Just a warning to all foreigners and expats. Bullrich has openly stated if you are a foreigner and you participate in the protests you will be reported to Immigration Services. And you can bet your sweet ass you will not be allowed to enter Argentina for 4 years. Bullrich has affirmed that a...
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    Newcomer Will the locals in Buenos Aires turn on expats or foreigners if the economy gets very bad with hyperinflation

    In 2001, during the economic crisis, factors such as Airbnb and the digital nomad trend, where individuals earn in dollars benefiting from exchange rates, were not as prevalent. Over the 15 years of visiting Buenos Aires, there's a perceived change in sentiment, particularly in San Telmo, with...
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    Updating Your Old Dni To The New Dni

    Hello everyone, We recently came back from a trip to the USA, and during Ron's passport check at EZE on the way to Miami, he was informed that his type of DNI (the old brown booklet) would "expire" at the end of this year. They suggested getting the new updated DNI card. Interestingly, the...
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    Who are the future Expats in Buenos Aires?

    Recently there was a huge increase in the income requirement for the visa rentista and the dollar amount for the investor visa was also increased. The new decreto may put an end to perma-tourism and inflation and crime are greater concerns than ever. Retirees who don't have to have a specified...
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