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What are the average working hours in Argentina?
– The maximum working hours in Argentina are 48 hours per week .
Read more: Infographic: Working Hours In Latin America By Country 2025
What is the minimum wage in Argentina?
– The minimum wage in Argentina is of 286,711 ARS (US$268.27 aprox.) in 2025 .
What are the mandatory onboarding documents when hiring new employees in Argentina?
The onboarding documents for new employees in country can include:
- National ID card or passport
- Work visa or residence permit
- Social security number (SSN) or equivalent
- Tax identification number (TIN)
- Bank account details
- Academic certificates and diplomas
- Previous employment references or experience letters
- Medical exam
How much is the average annual bonus in Argentina?
Mandatory Aguinaldo (13th salary).
Equal to one month’s salary, divided in two payments.
Paid in June and December.
What types of work permits and visas are required in Argentina?
– Visa Type: Temporary Work Visa + DNI.
Initial Process:
- Submit passport, police records, apostilled marriage/birth certs, employment contract.
- Criminal record handled by Serviap; application starts online.
Renewal:
- Triggered 1–2 months before expiration.
- Includes contract update, immigration appointment, DNI update.
- Duration: ~4–6 months.
What are the mandatory employee leaves in country ?
Annual leave
Entitlement:
- 14 days (1–5 years),
- 21 days (5–10 years),
- 28 days (10–20 years),
- 35 days (20+ years).
Eligibility: After 6 months within a 12-month period.
Maternity Leave
- 90 days total (45 before + 45 after).
- May reduce pre-birth to minimum of 10 days (DNU 70/2023).
- Paid by ANSES based on last 6 months’ average.
- Employer must not contribute to health but coverage continues.
- Notification required after 10 weeks of pregnancy.
