Residence in Chile: permits and requirements
Living legally in Chile is possible through 6 permit types: temporary, other, investment, family, international protection. Each program has its own requirements; below are the duration, renewal, costs and documentation according to the country's official sources.
Temporary Residency
Residence type #1 of 6
Temporary residence authorization for foreigners, under Law 21.325, for up to 2 years.
Requirements
- Legal entry into Chilean territory
- Verifiable means of subsistence
- No serious criminal record
Documentation
- Valid passport
- Criminal record certificate from the country of origin
- Chilean criminal record certificate
- Medical certificate
- Proof of means of subsistence
Frequently asked questions about residence in Chile
How many types of residence permits are there in Chile?
Chile offers 6 residence permit types, grouped into the categories temporary, other, investment, family, international protection. Each permit has its own requirements, duration and documentation, detailed in this fact sheet according to the country's official sources.
How long do residence permits in Chile last?
Durations vary by permit type: 2 years; Indefinite; 2 years (temporary), then permanent; Up to 2 years (renewable). The exact details of each type appear in the corresponding fact sheet.
Can residence permits in Chile be renewed?
It depends on the type: 5 of 6 permits are renewable. Each fact sheet on this page indicates whether the permit in question allows renewal.
What documentation is usually required to reside in Chile?
Although each permit requires its own file, the most recurrent documents are: Certificado de antecedentes penales; Valid passport; Proof of address; Certificado médico. The complete list by residence type appears in each fact sheet, together with the corresponding official link.
Does residence in Chile lead to nationality?
Yes, through the Certificate of naturalization by residence pathway, which requires 5 years of legal residence. The complete requirements are in the nationality fact sheet of Chile.
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