Overview
- Decree 44/2026, published January 26 in the Boletín Oficial and signed by President Javier Milei, confirms 0% import duty for eligible electrified vehicles under a US$16,000 FOB cap.
- The benefit now covers battery‑electric, hybrid (including plug‑in) and fuel‑cell vehicles, with homologation tied to Argentina’s Law Nº 24.449 and technical requirements set by the implementing authority.
- Micromobility is explicitly excluded as categories L1–L7 are barred, alongside units at or below 400 kg curb weight (excluding batteries), 15 kW continuous power, or 80 km range.
- The annual quota of up to 50,000 units remains in place, and unused allocations can be carried over to the following year to improve planning and flexibility for importers.
- Market activity has accelerated under the clarified rules, with industry reports pointing to more than 70 models from roughly 32 brands entering Argentina in 2026, led by strong participation from Chinese manufacturers.