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    Has anyone been able to do a Union Convivencial in Provincia (outside of CABA) using just a passport?

    Totally hear you. It’s kind of hit-or-miss depending on the office in Provincia. The civil registry offices in CABA are more used to dealing with foreigners, but once you go outside the city, some staff don’t really know the rules. According to the law, a passport is fine, as long as you can...
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    Did you know you can now pay for the subway with your phone?

    Yup, finally! You can now ride the subte in Buenos Aires using a QR code, no NFC, no SUBE card needed. Just open your digital wallet app scan the code at the turnstile, and you're good to go. It works on all lines and the Premetro too. Super handy if you forget your SUBE, run out of balance, or...
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    Argentine Senators give themselves yet another raise

    Here we go again… Isn’t that number a bit excessive? Over 9.5 million a month? Meanwhile, regular salaries are barely keeping up with inflation. 😒 https://www.infobae.com/politica/2025/06/03/vuelven-a-aumentar-los-sueldos-de-los-senadores-cobraran-mas-de-95-millones-el-mes-proximo/
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    New Immigration Decree: What It Means for Foreigners in Argentina

    Wow… hadn’t heard about this yet. Thanks for the heads up! Gonna dig into the details, hope it doesn’t mess with my visa plans 😅
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    Less than half of public primary school students have access to English classes in Argentina

    Honestly, I used to think most schools didn’t really teach English, or that it was super basic… but I was surprised. In a lot of public schools, they start teaching it around 4th or 5th grade, and in places like Buenos Aires City, even from 1st grade. Private schools are a whole different story...
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    Is It Still OK to Disagree in Argentina?

    I support Milei’s administration, but that doesn’t mean I can’t criticize it. Not everything has to be perfect or liked 100% of the time. When they make these kinds of unnecessary comments, all they’re doing is giving more fuel to the opposition and pushing people away. And honestly, if...
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    Buying Property in BA Province – Questions About USD Transfers

    Yes, that explanation above is pretty accurate. Just to add a bit of context: usually, when someone buys real estate here, about 30% of the property’s value is paid in what they call “white” money, that’s the official amount on the books, and the rest is typically paid in “black” money. If the...
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    Economy Dollar Watch: What's Caputo Got Up His Sleeve?

    Alright, Caputo, what's the deal now? Another dollar thing. I don't even know what to believe anymore. Dollarization? Parallel market? Sounds like more of the same old song and dance, but hey, we'll see what happens. Anyone got a clue what he's cooking up?
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    Banking What is going on with the Blue dollar? Why is it going down?

    Totally agree with you. Right now, the smartest move is still holding on to dollars. Things are way too unstable to trust the peso long-term. It might go up a bit here and there, but in the end, we always end up in the same place. And with elections coming up, everything just gets even more...
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    Politics New First Lady for Milei?

    You're right! This woman is gorgeous, he’s definitely leveled up… but honestly, I think he should just focus on politics for now.
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    Official Thread on Corruption in Argentina - Milei Administration Cleaning up house

    Another gem for the never-ending list of corruption in this country… This time the star is Emerenciano Ayala, a well-known piquetero, who ended up in jail thanks to his own security camera, yeah, the one he installed at home "for safety" that ended up filming him casually counting stacks of cash...
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    Banking What is going on with the Blue dollar? Why is it going down?

    According to analysts, the dollar will keep rising, while inflation will continue to decrease, though in reality, it will remain high for the population...
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    Choosing Argentina: A Destination Beyond Economic Challenges

    It's true that the economy plays a big role in the decision to move here, but more and more foreigners I talk to say that they feel happier living here. It really depends on what you're looking for in life. I have a friend who came here initially for just two months to see if he could adapt to...
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    Newcomer Massage Therapist in Palermo

    Try Chris Francis, I’ve contacted him through Facebook. He’s the best and will come to your place without any issues. Reach out to him! https://www.facebook.com/christo.shanker1976/
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    Everything got more expensive all over the world beyond inflation rates

    You’re absolutely right about private schools being almost essential here, though I’d add that in CABA, public schools tend to be better than those in the province, and some even have a very high standard. That said, Kicillof really needs to invest more in education. Uncle Wong’s point is spot...
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