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The Monotributo Guide for Freelancers in Argentina

If you’re freelancing or running a small business in Argentina, the monotributo is your tax lifeline. It’s a simplified tax regime that bundles income tax, VAT, and social security into one fixed monthly payment. Here’s how it works.

What Is the Monotributo?

The monotributo (formally “Régimen Simplificado para Pequeños Contribuyentes”) is Argentina’s simplified tax system for small taxpayers. Instead of dealing with complex income tax returns, VAT filings, and social security contributions separately, you pay a single fixed monthly amount based on your income category.

How to Get Paid in USD While Living in Argentina

If you’re a remote worker or freelancer living in Argentina, how you receive your income matters enormously. The method you choose can mean a 20–40% difference in your effective purchasing power. Here’s the complete rundown.

The Core Problem

Argentina’s currency controls mean that dollars sent to an Argentine bank account get converted at the official exchange rate — which is worse than the parallel (blue/MEP) rate. So the goal is either: