How to study in Argentina
Compare each route by stay and permit, work rights, cost and who it suits. Sources are under each row.
How do you get there?
Choose a different route, and the permit you need changes.
Live in Argentina on a working holiday
- Work and Holiday Visa
Who it suits：For people who want to travel and experience Argentine life and culture.
- Length and permit
Ages 18–30 · up to 12 months · no renewal
You must be 18 to 30 when you apply. You can stay for up to 12 months and cannot renew. People who have taken part in the programme before are not eligible, so you can take part once. The annual quota for Japan is 200 visas.
- Can you work?
Work allowed (not a permanent job)
You may work during your stay, as long as it is not a permanent job. The main purpose of the trip must be a holiday, with work only incidental.
- Cost
Visa fee USD 150
The embassy lists the visa fee as USD 150.
Live in Argentina on a working holiday
- Work and Holiday Visa
Who it suits：For people who want to travel and experience Argentine life and culture.
Length and permit
Ages 18–30 · up to 12 months · no renewal
You must be 18 to 30 when you apply. You can stay for up to 12 months and cannot renew. People who have taken part in the programme before are not eligible, so you can take part once. The annual quota for Japan is 200 visas.
Can you work?
Work allowed (not a permanent job)
You may work during your stay, as long as it is not a permanent job. The main purpose of the trip must be a holiday, with work only incidental.
Cost
Visa fee USD 150
The embassy lists the visa fee as USD 150.
For Japanese citizens. Official names checked on government websites on October 31, 2026.
Sources (official government pages)
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