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Cameroon

Cameroon

Region: Africa

Residence Permit (Carte de Séjour)
Cameroon flagCameroon

Residence Permit (Carte de Séjour)

PR Pathway Available

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.

Duration2 years
TimeVaries
Estimated CostFree
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Chile

Chile

Region: South America

Court-Ordered Visa (Residencia Temporal - Orden de Tribunal)
Chile flagChile

Court-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.

DurationDuration of legal proceedings
Time14-28 days
Estimated CostFree
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Family Reunification Visa (Residencia Temporal - Reunificación Familiar)
Chile flagChile

Family Reunification Visa (Residencia Temporal - Reunificación Familiar)

PR Pathway Available

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.

DurationUp to 2 years
Time180-360 days
Estimated Cost100 USD
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Gendarmería Custody Visa (Residencia Temporal - Custodia Gendarmería)
Chile flagChile

Gendarmería 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.

DurationDuration of custody
Time7-14 days
Estimated CostFree
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Humanitarian Visa (Residencia Temporal - Razones Humanitarias)
Chile flagChile

Humanitarian Visa (Residencia Temporal - Razones Humanitarias)

PR Pathway Available

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.

DurationUp to 2 years
Time28-84 days
Estimated CostFree
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Medical Treatment Visa (Residencia Temporal - Persona Bajo Tratamiento Médico)
Chile flagChile

Medical 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.

DurationUp to 2 years
Time28-56 days
Estimated Cost100 USD
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Mercosur Reciprocity Visa (Residencia Temporal - Reciprocidad Internacional)
Chile flagChile

Mercosur Reciprocity Visa (Residencia Temporal - Reciprocidad Internacional)

PR Pathway Available

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.

DurationUp to 2 years
Time28-56 days
Estimated Cost100 USD
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Permanent Residency (Residencia Definitiva)
Chile flagChile

Permanent Residency (Residencia Definitiva)

PR Pathway Available

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.

Duration5 years
Time28-56 days
Estimated Cost100 USD
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Religious Worker Visa (Residencia Temporal - Persona Religiosa)
Chile flagChile

Religious 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.

DurationUp to 2 years
Time28-56 days
Estimated Cost100 USD
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Retirement/Income-Based Visa (Residencia Temporal - Jubilado/Rentista)
Chile flagChile

Retirement/Income-Based Visa (Residencia Temporal - Jubilado/Rentista)

PR Pathway Available

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.

Duration1 year
Time28-56 days
Estimated Cost100 USD
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China

China

Region: Asia

Residence Visa (D Visa)
China flagChina

Residence Visa (D Visa)

PR Pathway Available

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.

Duration5 to 10 years
Time28-56 days
Estimated Cost140 USD
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Colombia

Colombia

Region: South America

Beneficiary/Dependent Visa
Colombia flagColombia

Beneficiary/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.

DurationSame as principal visa
Time10-15 days
Estimated Cost195 USD
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Mercosur Resident Visa (Type M)
Colombia flagColombia

Mercosur Resident Visa (Type M)

PR Pathway Available

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.

Duration2 years
Time10-15 days
Estimated CostFree
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Parent/Child by Adoption Visa (Type M)
Colombia flagColombia

Parent/Child by Adoption Visa (Type M)

PR Pathway Available

Visa for adoptive parents or adopted children of Colombian nationals. For legally adopted family relationships. Valid for 3 years with pathway to permanent residency.

Duration3 years
Time15-25 days
Estimated Cost195 USD
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Parent/Child by Birth Visa (Type M)
Colombia flagColombia

Parent/Child by Birth Visa (Type M)

PR Pathway Available

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.

Duration3 years
Time15-20 days
Estimated Cost195 USD
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Pensioner/Rentist Visa (Type M)
Colombia flagColombia

Pensioner/Rentist Visa (Type M)

PR Pathway Available

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.

Duration3 years
Time15-20 days
Estimated Cost195 USD
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Permanent Resident Visa (Type R)
Colombia flagColombia

Permanent 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.

Duration5 years
Time20-30 days
Estimated Cost390 USD
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Ivory Coast

Ivory Coast

Region: Africa

Residence Permit (Carte de Résident)
Ivory Coast flagIvory Coast

Residence Permit (Carte de Résident)

PR Pathway Available

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.

Duration1 to 10 years
Time45-60 days
Estimated CostFree
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Switzerland

Switzerland

Region: Europe

C Permit (EU/EFTA Settled Foreign Nationals)
Switzerland flagSwitzerland

C 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.

DurationIndefinite
Time14-28 days
Estimated CostFree
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Family Reunification Permit (Non-EU/EFTA)
Switzerland flagSwitzerland

Family Reunification Permit (Non-EU/EFTA)

PR Pathway Available

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.

Duration5 years
Time28-56 days
Estimated Cost100 CHF
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National Visa (Category D)
Switzerland flagSwitzerland

National Visa (Category D)

PR Pathway Available

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.

DurationVaries
Time28-84 days
Estimated Cost100 CHF
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Permit F (Provisionally Admitted Foreigners)
Switzerland flagSwitzerland

Permit F (Provisionally Admitted Foreigners)

PR Pathway Available

Temporary residence permit for foreigners who cannot be returned to their country due to legal or factual obstacles. Valid for 12-month periods, renewable.

Duration12 months
TimeVaries
Estimated CostFree
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Permit N (Asylum Seekers)
Switzerland flagSwitzerland

Permit N (Asylum Seekers)

PR Pathway Available

Temporary residence permit for asylum seekers during processing of asylum application. Not a travel document; does not permit leaving Switzerland.

DurationVaries
TimeVaries
Estimated CostFree
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Permit S (Temporary Protection)
Switzerland flagSwitzerland

Permit S (Temporary Protection)

PR Pathway Available

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.

Duration1 year
TimeVaries
Estimated CostFree
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