Childbirth in Argentina

Childbirth abroad has already ceased to be something unusual. Many parents are thinking about how to make the birth of such a desirable and long-awaited baby as comfortable as possible for him and for his mother. But it is not only the high level of medicine that attracts expectant dads and moms in the prospect of giving birth abroad. Often the main motive is the possibility of obtaining citizenship "by the right of the soil", when a newborn receives not only life as a gift, but also a prestigious passport.

Why to give birth in Latin America?

Russians and residents of the former CIS countries are increasingly turning their eyes to Latin America as a continent that can give everything the same as the United States, but on more favorable terms. The most popular countries for childbirth in Latin America are Mexico, Argentina and Chile. It is important that entry to these countries is visa-free for Russians.

World‑class medicine at an affordable price

Buenos Aires is recognized as one of the leading medical centres in Latin America. Private medicine in the capital is comparable to the standards of the Organisation for Economic Co‑operation and Development (OECD), but the cost of services is significantly lower than in the USA and Western Europe. The city’s leading private hospitals — Swiss Medical Group, Sanatorio Otamendi, and Sanatorio Güemes — are among the strongest on the continent. According to a 2024 patient satisfaction survey in Latin America, Argentina demonstrated the highest level of healthcare quality in the region, and its clinics regularly rank high in independent rankings by Newsweek and Statista.

Special attention is paid to reproductive health. Access to assisted reproduction is enshrined in a separate national law (Ley 26.862), which makes Buenos Aires a regional hub for families planning to conceive and have children.

The philosophy of respectful childbirth and the protection of patient rights

Argentine legislation prioritizes the woman’s comfort and the rights of the family:

The Law on Respectful Childbirth (Ley 25.929) guarantees the woman the right to be the main participant in the process. It ensures freedom of movement, the choice of an accompanying person (a partner or a doula), and immediate contact between the mother and the newborn without unjustified separations.
The Patient Rights Law (Ley 26.529) obliges doctors to obtain informed consent for any intervention, both in the public and private sectors. The patient has the right to clear information and may revoke their consent at any time.

To ensure the client’s full immersion in this care system, the Medicatur company, together with its Argentine partner, implements a personalized approach. For each family, a clinic and a doctor are selected strictly according to the individual birth plan, the desired level of comfort, and personal wishes. At the same time, a personal manager and a doula are assigned to accompany the family at all stages of their stay in the country.

Route logistics: from arrival to documents

The entire process is organized as efficiently as possible and fits within the standard 90‑day visa‑free stay:

Arrival: the optimal time for arrival is 32–34 weeks of pregnancy.
Childbirth and monitoring: pregnancy management is completed at the chosen private clinic.
The child’s documents: within 2–4 weeks after birth, a complete package is issued: a birth certificate, an internal document (DNI), and an Argentine foreign passport..
Recovery: discharge and post‑partum check‑ups confirm the health of the mother and the baby.

Upon completion of this cycle, the family either returns home with the completed documents and instructions for further monitoring by a pediatrician, or begins the process of obtaining residency for the parents..

Argentine passport: an investment in the future of the entire family.

The main advantage of this option is the citizenship that the child acquires by right of soil. This is one of the most mobile passports in the world (it is in the top 20 of the Henley Passport Index 2026 ranking) and the foundation for the future of the entire family.

What an Argentine passport offers today:

Visa‑free entry or visa on arrival in approximately 170 countries.
Free movement within the Schengen Area (up to 90 days within any 180‑day period).
Simplified access to the UK, Japan, China (a visa‑free regime has been in effect since 2025), as well as most countries in Asia and Latin America.

Prospects for the coming years: the process of Argentina’s return to the US Visa Waiver Program (VWP) has been officially launched. On July 28, 2025, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Argentine ministers signed a statement of intent to work on returning the country to the program. Implementation is expected around 2027–2028. If successful, Argentine citizens will be able to visit the United States for tourism and business for up to 90 days without a visa, using the electronic ESTA authorization.

Furthermore, the parents of an Argentine child receive an indefinite right to apply for a residence permit and, in the future, Argentine citizenship (the process takes about two years). This right is enshrined in the country’s Constitution and does not depend on future changes to migration legislation.

Why now?

The launch of this initiative is driven by a combination of three factors: consistently high demand among citizens for alternative options to obtain a second citizenship, Argentina’s unique legal status, and the initiation of official processes to integrate the country into global visa programs (including dialogue with the United States).

“MedicaTour,” together with its Argentine partners, takes on full coordination of the process: from selecting the hospital and doctor according to medical indications to providing legal support for document processing. We transform a complex international procedure into a clear family‑friendly route, where the parents’ main task is to wait for the moment they can meet their baby, and ours is to ensure the flawless organization of every step.

Rates

Cost of packages is 6000$ and 7500$.

Full turnkey support: a clear itinerary, respect for personal boundaries, and attention to every stage. Below are two full‑service rates, what they include, the payment procedure, and a budget guideline.

What is included in any rate

A personal manager and a certified doula. One person will guide you from the first message to your departure home: coordinates visits, tests, translations, and communication with the clinic and the doctor, creates a schedule and an action plan for the coming weeks. Available 24/7 for questions related to mother and child.

In addition, each tariff includes:

Consultations before arrival: deadlines, documents, birth plan, goals and expectations of the family.. Information on entering the country (updated monthly) and processing of a fit‑to‑fly medical certificate for the flight.
Preparation recommendations: what to bring, what to pay attention to.
Attendance at appointments and at childbirth.
Full package of documents for the child: birth certificate, DNI (internal passport) and Argentine foreign passport.
The team works 24/7 in emergency situations regarding the mother and child.

Before arrival, we record the family’s expectations, the communication format, the scope of support, and the team’s areas of responsibility.

First Class

6,000 USD ★ the most popular fare

For those who want optimal comfort and a “hand‑holding” approach to medical care: a clear itinerary and full support during visits and childbirth.

What’s included:

Transfer: we meet you at the airport and escort you to the pre‑selected accommodation.
Medicine and childbirth “hand‑in‑hand”: up to 15 medical appointments. The doula is personally present at the visits and during childbirth; this amount is sufficient for the entire support cycle.
Emergency situations involving mother and child 24/7, at any time of the day.
Selection and booking of accommodation with contract signing. Two formats to choose from: we book everything before you arrive, and you move into a pre‑prepared apartment, or we handle the search and selection on site.
Selection of a doctor and clinic to match your birth plan.
Remote assistance: we’ll guide you around the city, tell you what to see and where to go, and help you book a restaurant.
Support for everyday issues in a remote format.
+1 consultation on breastfeeding via video consultation.

Private Jet

7,500 USD

For families that value maximum team involvement.
You reserve the full operational capacity.

Everything included in First Class, plus an enhancement:

Unlimited medical support with no limit on the number of meetings.
Up to 10 in‑person household support meetings (in First Class, household support is remote), in addition to medical and childbirth‑related topics.
Up to 3 consultations on breastfeeding.
The team’s full operational capacity is reserved for you..
How the work and payment process works:
Communication via chat with a personal manager.

Consultation: we review the deadlines, documents, budget, goals, and expectations. If necessary, we provide consultation on choosing a doctor, clinic, and birth plan.

Booking: upon making a decision, a starting payment of 20% is made. The payment is non‑refundable; you agree to the terms.
Signing the contract.

The remaining amount is paid within 2 days after arrival.

Trip budget

The final budget consists of three parts.

1. Medical and documentation costs — approximately 6,500 USD for natural childbirth, 7,500 USD for a cesarean section, stay in Argentina for up to 90 days.

This is a complete estimate of standard expenses before and after the birth of the child, not a separate cost for the clinic or doctor. The amount includes: consultations with an obstetrician‑gynecologist and examinations (ultrasound, CTG, tests), a contract with the clinic and the medical team, childbirth in a private hospital in Buenos Aires, postpartum appointments for the mother and initial pediatric appointments, and processing the child’s documents (birth certificate and apostille, DNI, foreign passport). The exact amount depends on the stage of pregnancy at the time of arrival, the chosen doctor and clinic, and the scope of examinations.

2. Agency support for 3 months: 6,000 USD (First Class) or 7,500 USD (Private Jet).

3. Apartment rental — from 1,000 USD per month. The price depends on the area, season, house level, and your preferences.

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