FT has learned that Argentina is preparing a 'golden passport'… (программа · аргентина · паспорт)
FT has learned that Argentina is preparing a 'golden passport' program. The country's authorities expect that this scheme will help Argentina pay off tens of billions of dollars in debt over the coming years.
Consensus
- Argentina is considering launching a 'golden passport' program
- The program would allow foreign citizens to obtain citizenship through investment
- The investment options include a $500,000 donation or purchasing $1 million in government bonds
- The program is intended to help pay off national debt
- The initiative is part of economic reforms under President Javier Milei
- The Argentine passport would allow visa-free travel to around 170 countries
Points of divergence
- Argentina will become one of the largest countries offering citizenship for investment — meduza
- The program is part of liberal reforms under President Javier Milei — fontanka
- The program has faced criticism for potential corruption risks — fontanka
- Similar programs in Europe have been discontinued due to concerns over Russian and Belarusian citizens — fontanka
Coverage (3 sources)
- FT learns about preparation of Argentina's 'golden passport' program — Коммерсантъ
- Argentina to issue 'Golden Passports' for $500,000 — Meduza
- Argentina Considering Launch of 'Golden Passport' Program to Pay Down National Debt — Фонтанка