Argentina Company Formation for International Investors

The S.A. (sociedad anónima) is the usual vehicle for larger projects and for companies expecting to bring in further investors; its capital is represented by shares. The S.R.L. (sociedad de responsabilidad limitada) is a common choice for closely held businesses, with capital divided into quotas and a simpler governance structure. The S.A.S. (sociedad por acciones simplificada) offers a more flexible, simplified regime.

The choice depends on the number and nature of shareholders, governance needs, the regulator involved, plans for future investment or exit, and the practical requirements of the jurisdiction where the company will be registered. We analyse those factors before recommending a structure.

When the shareholder is a foreign company, it typically must first be registered in Argentina and evidence its existence, representatives and, in many cases, its beneficial ownership. When the shareholder is an individual, identity documents, tax identification and a local address for notices are needed. We prepare the documentation plan, coordinate apostilles and translations, and handle the filings.

• Analysis and recommendation of the corporate vehicle
• Drafting of bylaws and incorporation documents
• Registration of foreign shareholders where required
• Incorporation filings and post-incorporation steps
• Shareholder agreements and governance
• Commercial, service and investment contracts
• Ongoing corporate compliance and documentation
• Local legal representation

Incorporating a company does not in itself qualify as an investment under the citizenship by investment program unless the applicable rules provide so. However, for clients who intend to develop activities in Argentina, the corporate project and the citizenship file can be planned together, so that documents, funds and timing are consistent. See Argentina CBI and corporate structuring.