En Negro or Blanco? The Legalities of Working in Argentina

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After a successful interview in Argentina, some investigation is required before taking a new job offer. As a foreigner, it’s important to nail down the details related to visa status, work responsibilities and pay so that an employer does not take advantage of you.   Legal: ‘En Negro,’ ‘En Blanco,’ or ‘En Gris’   Most [...]

The Post-Summer Job Hunt in Buenos Aires

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The end of February and early March, when everyone is coming back from summer vacation in Buenos Aires is the best time of year to job hunt. A quick glance at Craigslist turns up job offers for waitresses, bar backs, English teachers, nannies, travel consultants and hostel desk staff. For most jobs listed there is [...]

Q&A: Starting a Lemonade Stand

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Q: Starting a Lemonade Stand? I read your articles about starting a business in Argentina, but my idea is a little more low-scale: a lemonade stand in the San Telmo Fair. I’ve been tossing around the idea in my head since I saw the guys making fresh squeezed orange juice on the streets of Buenos [...]

FAQ: Teaching English in Argentina

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Teaching English is a great way to make some pesos while living in Argentina. Due to the flexibility of teacher hours, you can tailor your schedule to be part-time or full-time, depending on your needs. If you’re here to study or just to travel, teaching a few classes is a good way to offset some [...]