Employment Contracts

Argentina recognizes several types of employment contracts, with indefinite-term contracts being the most common. Collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) define many employment conditions, including wages and benefits.

Types of contracts:

Indefinite-term (most common)
Fixed-term
Temporary contracts
Apprenticeships

Contracts must include:

Salary and pay components
Working hours
Allowances and benefits
Social security participation
Notice periods
Applicable CBA
Termination conditions

Notice Periods:

15 days during probation
1 month (<5 years)
2 months (>5 years)

Termination of Employment:

Compliance with CBA rules required
Severance pay mandatory
Notice period or payment in lieu
Must document termination cause

Severance Pay: Typically 1 month salary per year of service, with additional multipliers depending on cause.

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Employee Benefits

Mandatory Benefits:

Paid annual leave
Public holidays
Sick leave
Maternity and paternity leave
Severance pay
Social security contributions
Labour risk insurance (ART)
Union-regulated benefits

Annual Leave:

14 days (<5 years)
21 days (5–10 years)
28 days (10–20 years)
35 days (>20 years)

Sick Leave:

3 months (<5 years service)
6 months (>5 years)

Maternity & Paternity Leave:

Maternity: 90 days
Paternity: 2 days (CBAs may increase)

Healthcare:

Employees are enrolled in Obras Sociales, union-linked health funds funded through payroll contributions. Many employers provide additional private health insurance.

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Taxes in Argentina

Argentina applies progressive income tax rates:

~5% to 35% depending on income

Other mandatory payroll deductions include:

Pension contributions
Health insurance contributions
Unemployment fund
Social security
Union dues

Employers must withhold and remit all taxes monthly.

Payroll in Argentina

Payroll Frequency: Monthly
Payroll Currency: ARS

Statutory Contributions:

Employer: approx. 26–30%
Employee: approx. 17%
Includes SIPA pension, health insurance, unemployment fund, ART, and union fees.

Additional Payments:

Transport allowance
Family allowances
13th-month bonus (Aguinaldo)

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Legal Regulations

Governed by:

Labour Contract Law
Collective Bargaining Agreements
Social Security Laws

Total Employment Cost: Usually 20–35% above gross salary.

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Work Permits & Visas for Argentina

Foreign workers must meet immigration requirements before starting employment.

Entry permit
Temporary residence
DNI (national identification number)
Employer sponsorship

Proper documentation ensures smooth onboarding and legal compliance.

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Employer of Record (EOR) in Argentina

EOR services allow companies to hire in Argentina without establishing a local entity. The EOR becomes the legal employer while you manage daily operations.

Your EOR handles: