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Registration of Foreign Companies Investing in Argentine Companies

Incorporating a company entails choices that will shape its operation long after registration. A foreign entity acquiring or subscribing equity in an Argentine company must assess the applicable foreign-company regime under the General Companies Law.

What to keep in mind

Collect good-standing evidence, constituent documents, officers, investment resolutions, powers, translations and authentications required by the local registry.

Registering as a foreign investor and registering a local branch serve different purposes.

Distinctions often confused

Holding shares in Argentina is distinct from habitually conducting the foreign company's own business locally.

Frequently asked questions

Can a foreign company establish an Argentine subsidiary?
Yes, subject to the applicable legal and registration requirements.
Must it open a branch before becoming a shareholder?
Not necessarily; the relevant legal framework depends on how it intends to operate.

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