Chile
All Visa Pathways(39 visas)
ChileABTC — APEC Business Travel Card (Tarjeta de Viaje de Negocios APEC)
Multi-entry business travel card for business persons from APEC member economies, allowing visa-free short-term business visits valid up to 5 years.
ChileBorder Area Resident Permit (Permanencia Transitoria - Habitantes de Zona Fronteriza)
Transitory permit for foreign inhabitants of border areas allowing regular cross-border movement into Chile for local purposes.
ChileChildren and Adolescents Humanitarian Visa (Residencia Temporal Humanitaria - Niños y Adolescentes)
Humanitarian temporary residence for foreign minors in Chile, exempt from sanctions and fees, ensuring child protection and access to education and healthcare.
ChileCourt Order Residence (Residencia Temporal - Orden Judicial)
Temporary residence for foreigners required to remain in Chile by order of national courts of justice, typically related to ongoing legal proceedings.
ChileDemocratic Responsibility Visa (Visa de Responsabilidad Democrática)
Special temporary residence visa created for Venezuelan nationals fleeing the humanitarian crisis, allowing them to live and work in Chile with a path to permanent residence.
ChileDependent Visa (Residencia Temporal - Dependiente)
Temporary residence for family members (spouse, children, parents) dependent on a temporary residence permit holder; does not independently authorize employment.
ChileDiplomatic Visa (Visa Diplomática)
Visa for foreign diplomatic passport holders traveling to Chile on official diplomatic missions, accredited to diplomatic posts, or representing their government.
ChileFamily Reunification Visa - Children (Reunificación Familiar - Hijos)
Temporary residence for minor or dependent children of a Chilean citizen, permanent resident, or temporary resident to join their parent in Chile.
ChileFamily Reunification Visa - Spouse/Partner (Reunificación Familiar - Cónyuge)
Temporary residence for the spouse or civil partner of a Chilean citizen, permanent resident, or temporary resident, enabling them to live in Chile with their family.
ChileFormer Permanent Resident Visa (Residencia Temporal - Ex Titulares de Residencia Definitiva)
Temporary residence for foreigners who previously held Residencia Definitiva but lost it due to extended absence (over 2 years), allowing them to re-establish legal status in Chile.
ChileGendarmería Custody Residence (Residencia Temporal - Custodia de Gendarmería)
Temporary residence for foreigners subject to the custody of Gendarmería de Chile (correctional services), ensuring legal status during the custodial period.
ChileGeneral Humanitarian Visa (Residencia Temporal - Razones Humanitarias)
Temporary residence granted on humanitarian grounds to foreigners in vulnerable situations not covered by other specific humanitarian subcategories.
ChileInternational Organization Official Visa (Visa de Organismos Internacionales)
Transitory permit for officials of international organizations completing their mission in Chile, covered under the official residents subcategory of transitory stay.
ChileInternational Treaty Visa (Permanencia Transitoria - Tratados Internacionales)
Transitory stay permit for foreigners whose entry to Chile is covered by specific international treaties or bilateral agreements not falling under other categories.
ChileInvestor Visa (Residencia Temporal - Inversionistas)
Temporary residence for foreign individuals or companies investing over USD 500,000 in Chilean productive activities, with a viable business plan and proof of funds.
ChileMedical Treatment Visa (Residencia Temporal - Tratamiento Médico)
Temporary residence for foreigners who need to remain in Chile to undergo or continue specific medical treatments not available in their home country.
ChileMercosur Reciprocity Visa (Residencia Temporal - Reciprocidad Mercosur)
Temporary residence for citizens of Mercosur member states (Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, Uruguay) under the Montevideo Declaration, with simplified application requirements.
ChileMulti-Entry Business Management Visa (Residencia Temporal - Gestiones de Negocios Multiingreso)
Two-year temporary residence for foreign executives and managers conducting regular business, investment, or managerial activities in Chile, limited to six months per calendar year in-country.
ChileOfficial Visa (Visa Oficial)
Visa for foreign government officials and employees traveling on official passports for government or intergovernmental business in Chile.
ChilePermanent Residence (Residencia Definitiva)
Indefinite residence permit for foreigners who have held temporary residence for 12-24 months (depending on circumstances), allowing unrestricted work and residence with a path to citizenship after 5 years.
ChileRefugee Status (Condición de Refugiado)
International protection status granted under Law 20.430 to foreigners whose life or freedom is under imminent threat in their country of origin, providing the right to work, healthcare, education, and family reunification.
ChileReligious Worker Visa (Residencia Temporal - Religiosos)
Temporary residence for members of recognized religious orders and congregations registered in Chile to carry out religious duties and pastoral work.
ChileRetirement / Rentista Visa (Residencia Temporal - Jubilados o Rentistas)
Temporary residence for retirees or persons with passive recurring income from pensions, real estate rentals, financial dividends, or other stable sources sufficient to support themselves in Chile.
ChileScholarship Student Visa (Residencia Temporal - Estudiantes Becarios)
Temporary residence for foreign students in Chile on recognized scholarships, issued for the full duration of the scholarship program rather than the standard one-year term.
ChileSeasonal Worker Visa (Residencia Temporal - Trabajadores de Temporada)
Temporary residence for foreigners performing seasonal agricultural or other temporary labor, uniquely valid for up to 5 years with defined work periods.
ChileSelf-Employment / Civil Contract Visa (Residencia Temporal - Actividades Remuneradas con Contrato Civil)
Temporary residence for foreigners performing paid work under civil contracts (freelance, independent contractor) rather than employment contracts, valid up to 2 years.
ChileSmuggling Victim Visa (Residencia Temporal - Víctimas de Tráfico Ilícito de Migrantes)
Temporary residence for foreigners identified as victims of illicit migrant smuggling operations, providing legal protection and regularization of status.
ChileStudent Visa (Residencia Temporal - Estudiantes)
Temporary residence for foreigners enrolled as regular students in state-recognized educational institutions in Chile, renewable until studies are completed; does not authorize employment.
ChileTemporary Residence (Family Reunification)
Two-year renewable temporary residence for spouses, civil partners, minor children, or disabled children of Chilean citizens or legal residents.
ChileTemporary Residence (Humanitarian)
Renewable temporary residence of up to two years for individuals facing documented humanitarian crises such as severe health risks or threats to safety.
ChileTemporary Residence (International Agreements/MERCOSUR)
Two-year renewable temporary residence under the MERCOSUR agreement for nationals of Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay without requiring a job offer.
ChileTemporary Residence (Medical Treatment)
Temporary residence for patients and accompanying caregivers undergoing documented medical treatment at a Chilean institution, tied to proof of financial solvency.
ChileTemporary Residence (Religious)
Two-year temporary residence for clergy, missionaries, and religious personnel sponsored by a legally constituted religious organization in Chile.
ChileTemporary Residence (Remunerated Activities)
Two-year renewable temporary residence for foreign professionals and skilled workers with a formal, notarized employment contract in Chile.
ChileTemporary Residence (Students)
Renewable one- to two-year temporary residence for international students enrolled at recognized Chilean educational institutions.
ChileTourist Visa (Permanencia Transitoria - Turismo)
Short-stay permit for foreigners entering Chile for tourism, recreation, sports, health, or similar non-work purposes, valid up to 90 days and extendable once for another 90 days.
ChileTrafficking Victim Visa (Residencia Temporal - Víctimas de Trata de Personas)
Temporary residence for foreigners in Chile who are identified as victims of human trafficking, providing protection and legal status while their case is addressed.
ChileWork Contract Visa (Residencia Temporal - Actividades Remuneradas con Contrato)
Temporary residence permit for foreigners hired by a Chilean company under an employment contract to perform lawful remunerated activities, valid up to 2 years and renewable.
ChileWorking Holiday Visa (Visa Working Holiday)
One-year temporary residence for young people aged 18-35 from countries with bilateral agreements (16 countries including Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea) to work and travel in Chile.