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Lawyers Challenge Milei's Citizenship Scheme
Constitutional lawyers and opposition block Milei's citizenship-by-investment program as unconstitutional.
In brief
Constitutional lawyers and opposition block Milei's citizenship-by-investment program as unconstitutional. Argentina's citizenship-by-investment scheme faces constitutional challenges and opposition efforts to repeal it in Congress. Originally reported by MercoPress.
Citizenship Scheme Launch
Argentina's citizenship-by-investment program allows foreigners to obtain nationality through US$350,000 treasury contributions or US$800,000 bonds.
Constitutional Challenge
Constitutional lawyer Andrés Gil Domínguez says the program violates Article 20 of the national Constitution by allowing citizenship to be bought.
Opposition Opposition
Peronist deputy Agustín Rossi called the program classist and aimed at attracting billionaires to avoid foreign restrictions like land purchases.
Government Response
The government claims the program will encourage investment and job creation while strengthening Argentina's fiscal position.
Congress Action
Opposition has filed requests for information and bills to repeal the program in Congress, which is based on a May 2025 emergency decree.
What it means
Argentina's citizenship-by-investment scheme faces constitutional challenges and opposition efforts to repeal it in Congress.
