Chile Residency
Stable South American residency with one of the region's strongest passports.
Who Chile suits
Applicants who want a stable South American base with one of the region's strongest passports, around 174 destinations.
Professionals and entrepreneurs with a qualifying job offer, business activity or investment in Chile.
Families looking for a longer-term path to permanent residency and, eventually, citizenship.
Investment routes
Investment residency
OpenTemporary residency tied to a qualifying business activity or investment in Chile, progressing to permanent residency over time.
Professional or work residency
OpenResidency for applicants with a qualifying job offer or professional activity in Chile.
What you’ll pay
Our service fee is a flat 10% of government cost. Due diligence and biometrics are passed through at cost. Figures are for a single applicant and rise with government fees and additional dependants.
Indicative all-in
from $550,000
Tax considerations
A Chilean residency permit does not by itself fix your tax residency, which generally follows from how much time you spend in the country. Chile taxes residents on worldwide income after an initial period. Your position depends on your circumstances, and we coordinate with qualified tax advisers rather than giving tax advice.
Chile: frequently asked
Do I have to live in Chile?
Residency routes generally expect genuine ties and presence, and the path to permanent residency and citizenship is based on time spent in the country.
Can I include my family?
Yes. Spouses and dependent children are typically included on family residency applications.
How long until citizenship?
Citizenship by naturalisation becomes possible after a qualifying period of permanent residency.
Which routes are available?
Investment, business and professional or work-based residency are the main paths. We confirm the current categories and any thresholds for you at qualification.