Retirement and Periodic Income Visa
Chile
Last updated: December 22, 2025
2 years (renewable)
$60
6–8 months
Medium
About this Visa
This visa is for people who have regular passive income and want to live in Chile. Passive income means money from pensions, rental properties, or investment earnings—not from working a job. You don't need employment to get this visa. You just prove you receive consistent monthly income. The government checks that your income is real and keeps coming every month. This visa lets you live in Chile long-term, access healthcare, bring your family, and build a path to permanent residency and citizenship. Important: You cannot work while on this visa. It is only for passive income sources.
Key Benefits
- Live in Chile legally for 2+ years
- Full healthcare access (public or private)
- Bring spouse and children as dependents
- Travel freely in and out of Chile
- Upgrade to permanent residency after 2 years
- Become a citizen after 5 years total
- No job requirement
Eligibility & Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
- Age 18 or older
- Have $1,000–$1,500 per month in passive income
- No serious criminal record
- Valid passport
- Good health (no untreated serious diseases)
- Prove income is real and ongoing (not one-time payment)
Financial Requirement
Single person: $1,000–$1,500 per month minimum. Each family member: $500–$750 per month extra. Must prove 3–6 months of consistent passive income.
Documents
- Valid PassportMust be valid 12+ months from application
- Criminal Record CertificateFrom home country, less than 60 days old
- Medical Exam ReportShowing good health, less than 60 days old
- Income Proof3–6 months of bank statements or official income letters
- Family DocumentsMarriage certificate and birth certificates if bringing family
- Certified TranslationsAll documents translated to Spanish if not in Spanish or English
- Apostille CertificationAll foreign documents must be officially certified
Disclaimer: The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. Visa requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Please verify all information with official government sources and consult a qualified immigration attorney before making decisions.