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What is the change? Argentina has instituted new rules aimed at cracking down on foreign nationals with criminal convictions and limiting the amount of time temporary residents can spend outside of the country before they lose their status.
What does the change mean? Foreign nationals with criminal convictions will face stiffer rules on entering, remaining in and re-entering Argentina. Temporary residents who spend significant periods of time outside of Argentina may lose their status.
Background: Decree 70/2017, which took effect Jan. 30, includes changes on:
BAL Analysis: The changes reflect Argentina’s goals of getting tougher on crime, including organized crime, and expediting removal processes for those with criminal convictions. Employers and foreign nationals should be aware of the new rules and contact BAL if they believe they may be impacted.
This alert has been provided by the BAL Global Practice group and our network provider located in Argentina. For additional information, please contact your BAL attorney.
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