Temporary Resident Visa for Remunerated Activities
Chile
Last updated: December 22, 2025
2 years (renewable)
$265-$398
6-8 months
Medium
About this Visa
This visa lets you work legally in Chile for up to 2 years. You need a job offer from a Chilean employer before you apply. It's for employees, self-employed workers, and professionals who want to live and work in Chile. You can work in any job, change employers, or start your own business. Your spouse and children can come with you. After 2 years, you can get permanent residency. After 5 years, you can become a Chilean citizen.
Key Benefits
- Work without restrictions
- Change jobs whenever you want
- Start your own business
- Bring spouse and children
- Use Chilean healthcare (public or private)
- Travel freely in and out of Chile
- Apply for permanent residency after 2 years
- Path to Chilean citizenship after 5 years
Eligibility & Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
- Age 18 or older
- Have a real job offer from a Chilean company
- Earn at least $515 per month (CLP 500,000)
- No serious criminal record
- Good health with no contagious diseases
- Housing arranged in Chile
- Valid passport
- Clean criminal record in all countries you've lived in
Financial Requirement
Job paying at least $515 USD per month (CLP 500,000). Show 3 months of bank statements.
Documents
- Valid passport6+ months validity
- Signed job contractFrom your Chilean employer, notarized
- Bank statements3 months of recent statements
- Health certificateDated within 60 days, from a licensed physician
- Police clearanceFrom your home country
- Marriage certificateIf married, certified and translated
- Children's birth certificatesIf bringing kids, certified and translated
- Proof of health insuranceValid for your entire stay
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.