Buenos Aires, Argentina  ·  Bilingual Advisory

Your Trusted Partner
For Doing Business
In Argentina

SetUP Argentina handles company formation, tax registration and ongoing compliance in Argentina — for foreign investors and local entrepreneurs alike. Full legal and accounting support from day one, fully remote, so you can focus on growing your business.

In-house bilingual team of licensed lawyers and accountants 50+ foreign companies incorporated Fully remote
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IGJ RegistrationARCA / Tax IDLegal RepresentationOngoing Compliance
50+Companies established
24–48hResponse time
100% RemoteNo travel required
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Companies Incorporated
Foreign companies successfully established in Argentina to date
24h
Response Time
All inquiries handled directly by a licensed professional
10–30d
Formation Timeline
From complete documentation to fully registered company
100%
Remote Process
No travel required — the entire process handled from anywhere
Market Opportunity

Why Expand Into Argentina?

Argentina is Latin America's third-largest economy. Its legal framework allows full ownership by foreign individuals and companies as well as local residents, with predictable incorporation timelines and competitive start-up costs compared with the rest of the region. A single local partner for legal and accounting removes the friction of operating from abroad — or of formalizing a business at home.

Full Foreign Ownership

Argentina's legal framework allows full ownership by foreign individuals and companies — with the same rights as local residents and predictable corporate structures.

Competitive Start-Up Costs

Argentina offers competitive incorporation timelines and start-up costs compared with the rest of the region — making it one of the most accessible entry points in Latin America.

World-Class Talent Pool

One of Latin America's highest literacy rates and a deep pool of highly educated professionals in technology, law, finance, and creative industries — at competitive salaries.

Established Legal Framework

A sophisticated legal and corporate system based on civil law, with predictable entity structures (SRL, SAS, SA) and well-established compliance procedures through IGJ and ARCA.

Thriving Tech & Services Ecosystem

Buenos Aires is home to a booming tech and professional services sector, with Argentina exporting over $3B annually in software and digital services to global markets.

One Partner, Zero Friction

Operating from abroad is complex. A single local partner for legal and accounting removes the friction — whether you're formalizing remotely or scaling your presence on the ground.

What We Do

End-to-End Corporate Services
For Foreign Companies

From company registration to ongoing compliance — SetUP is your one-stop solution, handling every step so you can focus entirely on growing your business.

Company Formation

Incorporate an SRL, SAS or SA before the IGJ, end to end — bylaws, name reservation, Official Gazette publication and final registration.

IGJ Registration

Tax ID Registration

Registration with ARCA and your company's CUIT (federal tax ID), including tax-domicile setup and enrollment in the applicable taxes (VAT, Income Tax, Turnover Tax).

ARCA / CUIT

Legal Representation

Local legal representative for foreign companies before the IGJ, ARCA and other agencies, as required under Sections 123 and 118 of the General Companies Law.

Statutory Compliance

Accounting & Compliance

Monthly VAT and Turnover Tax filings, financial statements, Income Tax, and corporate compliance — rubricated books, renewal of authorities and UBO filings.

Monthly Filings

Payroll

Monthly payroll administration for your employees in Argentina — payslips, social-security and pension contributions, and day-to-day labor compliance.

Labor Compliance

Immigration & Visas

Guidance on residence and work permits for founders, investors and staff relocating to Argentina.

Work Permits

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Simple Process

From First Contact to
Fully Operational

A clear, guided path — with SetUP managing every step so you never navigate Argentine bureaucracy alone.

01

Free Consultation

We map your goals, the right entity type and a realistic timeline.

Same day response
02

Documentation & Powers of Attorney

We prepare everything; apostilled POAs if you're abroad, so you never have to travel.

2–3 business days
03

Incorporation (IGJ)

Bylaws, name reservation, Official Gazette publication and final registration.

10–30 business days
04

Tax ID (ARCA / CUIT)

Tax registration and your CUIT, so you can invoice, open a bank account and operate.

~5 business days
05

Up and Running

Corporate books, ongoing accounting and compliance handled for you.

Continuous
Typical timeline: 10 to 30 business days from complete documentation.
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Industries We Serve

Expertise Across Sectors

We work with foreign companies across all major industries entering the Argentine market.

Technology & SaaS
Software Development
Manufacturing
Logistics & Supply Chain
Retail & E-commerce
Financial Services
Healthcare & Biotech
Startups & Scaleups
Professional Services
Media & Entertainment
Real Estate
AgTech & Agriculture
Why SetUP Argentina

What Sets Us Apart

One firm for the whole journey — legal and accounting under one roof, in your language.

01

In-House Bilingual Team

In-house, bilingual team of licensed lawyers and accountants (CPACF) — not a referral middleman.

02

50+ Companies Incorporated

50+ foreign companies incorporated in Argentina to date.

03

Fully Remote

Fully remote — incorporate and operate in Argentina without travelling or renting an office.

04

One Dedicated Professional Per Client

One dedicated professional per client — direct contact, no intermediaries.

05

Single Point of Contact

Everything through a single point of contact: company formation, CUIT, legal representation, accounting, payroll and compliance.

06

Deep Local Knowledge

Deep local knowledge of the IGJ, ARCA and Argentine corporate law, with multinational experience (Accenture, Biz Latin Hub).

We Serve Companies From Every Corner of the World

The Americas
United States · Canada · Mexico · Brazil · Colombia · Chile · Peru
Europe
Spain · Germany · France · Italy · United Kingdom · Netherlands · Portugal
Asia & Rest of World
China · Japan · India · UAE · Israel · Australia · And beyond
Your Advisor

Meet Agustín Sofía

Agustín Sofía — Founder, SetUP Argentina

"We speak your language and understand your business."

— Agustín Sofía — Founder, SetUP Argentina
Agustín Sofía
Founder & Lead Advisor — SetUP Argentina

Corporate lawyer with 10+ years of experience, admitted to the Buenos Aires City Bar Association (CPACF, Vol. 141, Fol. 71), with postgraduate studies at UCA, Universidad Austral and UCEMA, and experience at Accenture and Biz Latin Hub. He founded SetUP Argentina to give international and local clients a single, reliable partner for legal and accounting from day one. Bilingual in Spanish and English.

Buenos Aires Bar AssociationFully registered Attorney at Law (Colegio Público de Abogados de la Capital Federal)
Postgraduate in Corporate Legal AdvisoryPontificia Universidad Católica Argentina (UCA)
Diploma in Capital MarketsUniversidad Austral
Government & Multinational ExperiencePrior roles at Buenos Aires City Government, Accenture, and Biz Latin Hub
Bilingual: Spanish & EnglishDirect communication with international clients — no intermediaries, no translation delays
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about establishing and operating a company in Argentina.

Between 10 and 30 business days from submission of complete documentation, depending on the entity type and IGJ processing times.

No. The whole process can be handled remotely with notarized, apostilled documentation.

SRL: 2 to 50 partners, the most solid structure. SAS: single shareholder, the fastest to set up. SA: for larger projects or issuing shares.

Yes. It must first register its documentation with the IGJ under Section 123 of the General Companies Law — we handle it together with the incorporation.

No. We provide a registered tax domicile in Buenos Aires (CABA) that satisfies the legal requirement.

Income Tax (35%), VAT (21%), Turnover Tax (variable by jurisdiction) and employer contributions if you have staff.

Get In Touch

Let's Talk About
Your Business

Tell us about your project and we'll reply within 24 business hours. The initial consultation is free.

Location
Buenos Aires, Argentina (CABA)
Response Time
Within 24 business hours
All inquiries are handled directly by a licensed professional.

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