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Argentina vs Philippines: the digital nomad visas compared

Low confidence Last verified June 15, 2026 Reviewed by Henry van de Vorming

The short version

  • Philippines grants a longer initial stay (12 months vs 6), and it is renewable.
Side-by-side comparison of the Argentina DNV and the Philippines DNV.
Criteria Argentina DNV Philippines DNV
Minimum income / month No fixed threshold No fixed threshold
Income basis Mixed (salary, freelance or savings) Savings accepted
Initial duration 6 months 1 year (better)
Renewable Yes Yes
Maximum total stay 1 year No fixed limit
Path to permanent residence No No
Path to citizenship No No
Family inclusion No No
Working for local clients Not allowed Not allowed
Tax treatment Territorial taxation Territorial taxation
Health insurance Unclear Required (explicit)
Insurance duration required Full visa period
Application fee
Where to apply Online, Embassy / consulate Embassy / consulate, Online
Processing time 2–3 weeks

Green values mark the objectively better number in that row.

Full guide

Argentina DNV →

Requirements, application steps, insurance and sources.

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Philippines DNV →

Requirements, application steps, insurance and sources.

Don't forget insurance

Both programs have their own health-insurance rules — we match plans against each one's published requirement, with the evidence shown.

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