'No more unjustified privileges': Salta takes the first step in cutting benefits for non-resident foreigners
In this regard, he welcomed the reforms announced by the National Executive Branch and considered that they represent "a major step in defense of the interests of our country and Argentines". The decision by the Salta governor is not isolated: it is part of a package of measures adopted by Casa Rosada to strengthen immigration control, including the streamlining of expulsion processes for people with criminal records and a review of residency regulations.
Among the key points of the immigration reform is the requirement for a sworn statement from foreigners entering the country, in which they must detail the reasons for their visit and commit not to misrepresent them. Document control has also been reinforced, requiring authenticity and accuracy in the documents submitted, and penalties have been toughened for those who enter irregularly or with forged documentation.
Regarding higher education, it is established that public universities may set fees for foreign students without permanent residency, thus preventing the Argentine educational system from being used without any form of reciprocity.
Meanwhile, the national government moved forward with the creation of the Citizenship Programs Agency for Investment, an initiative aimed at attracting capital by granting citizenship to those who make significant investments. This measure, which seeks to encourage the inflow of foreign currency and job creation, represents a modern and strategic vision of international integration.
The governor of Salta, Gustavo Sáenz, announced this Monday the launch of an operation to review and terminate social welfare benefits that the National Social Security Administration (ANSES) provides to foreign citizens who do not reside in the province. The measure was announced through the official channels of the Salta government and represents a strong gesture in support of the immigration reform promoted by President Javier Milei's administration.
"We seek to defend the interests of Argentines", Sáenz stated, while emphasizing that his administration is working together with the national government to move forward in this direction. "We insist on the need to terminate ANSES social welfare benefits for those foreigners who receive them without living in our country", he said.
The message was quickly shared by President Milei on his social media, reflecting presidential support for the measure. Meanwhile, Security Minister Patricia Bullrich also expressed her support, within the framework of immigration reforms aimed at regulating entry, stay, and access to services in Argentine territory. Furthermore, the implementation of the measure was carried out jointly as a result of the order signed by Human Capital Minister Sandra Pettovello.
The province of Salta, which borders Bolivia and Paraguay, has high-traffic border crossings such as Salvador Mazza and Aguas Blancas. There, there is a significant migratory and commercial flow, which has raised longstanding concerns about the use of public services by people who do not permanently reside in the country. Sáenz recalled that this demand "has existed since I took office as governor, due to being a province with international crossings".
