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Cameroon
Region: Africa
CameroonResidence Permit (Carte de Séjour)
Document allowing foreign nationals to reside in Cameroon for more than 3 months. Issued after arrival on long-stay visa. Valid for 2 years and renewable. Can lead to permanent residency.

Chile
Region: South America
ChileCourt-Ordered Visa (Residencia Temporal - Orden de Tribunal)
Residency permit granted to foreigners ordered to remain in Chile by the Chilean courts. Issued to those subject to legal proceedings or judicial orders. Valid for duration of legal matter.
ChileFamily Reunification Visa (Residencia Temporal - Reunificación Familiar)
Visa for family members of Chilean citizens or permanent residents. Allows spouses, children, parents, and other relatives to join family already residing in Chile. Valid for up to 2 years, renewable.
ChileGendarmería Custody Visa (Residencia Temporal - Custodia Gendarmería)
Residency permit for foreigners under the custody of Gendarmería de Chile (national police) due to criminal proceedings or preventive detention. Issued to those serving sentences or under probation in Chile.
ChileHumanitarian Visa (Residencia Temporal - Razones Humanitarias)
Residency permit granted on humanitarian grounds to persons facing difficult circumstances. Includes refugee recognition and persons requiring international protection. Valid for up to 2 years.
ChileMedical Treatment Visa (Residencia Temporal - Persona Bajo Tratamiento Médico)
Visa for persons requiring specialized medical treatment in Chile not available in country of origin. Treatment must be provided by registered Chilean healthcare facilities. Valid for duration of treatment, up to 2 years.
ChileMercosur Reciprocity Visa (Residencia Temporal - Reciprocidad Internacional)
Residency permit for nationals of Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay under the Montevideo Declaration and Mercosur agreements. Offers preferential treatment for citizens of member states. Valid for up to 2 years.
ChilePermanent Residency (Residencia Definitiva)
Permanent residence permit allowing indefinite stay and work in Chile. Granted after meeting residency requirements (typically 12+ months on temporary residency with various qualifying factors). Valid for 5 years, indefinitely renewable.
ChileReligious Worker Visa (Residencia Temporal - Persona Religiosa)
Visa for members of officially recognized religious organizations. Allows missionaries, clergy, and religious workers to reside in Chile. Valid for up to 2 years, renewable.
ChileRetirement/Income-Based Visa (Residencia Temporal - Jubilado/Rentista)
Visa for retirees and individuals with periodic income allowing them to reside in Chile. Requires proof of monthly recurring income (typically USD 1,000-1,500 minimum). Valid for 1 year, renewable annually.

China
Region: Asia
ChinaResidence Visa (D Visa)
Permanent residence visa for foreign nationals intending to reside permanently in China. Holders must apply for residence permit within 30 days. Certificate valid 5-10 years.

Colombia
Region: South America
ColombiaBeneficiary/Dependent Visa
Visa for family members (spouse, children, parents) who are economically dependent on visa holders. Dependents cannot work but can study. Duration matches principal visa holder.
ColombiaMercosur Resident Visa (Type M)
Visa for citizens of Mercosur member states (Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, Uruguay) and associated states (Bolivia, Chile). Provides facilitated pathway to residency based on regional agreement. Valid for 2 years with transition to permanent residency.
ColombiaParent/Child by Adoption Visa (Type M)
Visa for adoptive parents or adopted children of Colombian nationals. For legally adopted family relationships. Valid for 3 years with pathway to permanent residency.
ColombiaParent/Child by Birth Visa (Type M)
Visa for foreign nationals who are parents of Colombian citizens or Colombian children whose parents are foreign. Covers biological parent-child relationships. Provides work authorization and pathway to permanent residency.
ColombiaPensioner/Rentist Visa (Type M)
Visa for retirees and individuals with regular passive income. Requires pension or income equivalent to 3 times the monthly minimum wage (approximately USD 995/month). Provides residency with open work permit. Valid for 3 years with pathway to permanent residency.
ColombiaPermanent Resident Visa (Type R)
Permanent residency visa for long-term settlement in Colombia. Granted to those with 5+ years on M visa, Mercosur nationals after 2 years, or through family/investment connections. Unlimited work authorization.

Ivory Coast
Region: Africa
Ivory CoastResidence Permit (Carte de Résident)
Long-term residency card required for foreign nationals staying more than 3 months. Available for various categories including work, study, investment, and family. Renewable and valid for 1-10 years depending on circumstances.

Switzerland
Region: Europe
SwitzerlandC Permit (EU/EFTA Settled Foreign Nationals)
Permanent settlement permit for EU/EFTA citizens after 5-10 years continuous residence. No restrictions or conditions on residence or work.
SwitzerlandFamily Reunification Permit (Non-EU/EFTA)
Residence permit for foreign family members of Swiss citizens or residents. Spouse and unmarried children under 21 can be included. Requires sponsor financial means and adequate housing.
SwitzerlandNational Visa (Category D)
Long-stay visa for more than 90 days. Issued for employment, studies, family reunification, marriage, or other long-term purposes. Requires cantonal migration authority approval.
SwitzerlandPermit F (Provisionally Admitted Foreigners)
Temporary residence permit for foreigners who cannot be returned to their country due to legal or factual obstacles. Valid for 12-month periods, renewable.
SwitzerlandPermit N (Asylum Seekers)
Temporary residence permit for asylum seekers during processing of asylum application. Not a travel document; does not permit leaving Switzerland.
SwitzerlandPermit S (Temporary Protection)
Temporary protection permit for persons fleeing conflicts, persecution, or disasters. Established for persons needing immediate protection (e.g., Ukraine 2022). Valid for 1 year, renewable based on conditions.