Chile
Capital Santiago
Ways in
Every mobility asset the live catalog holds for this country. Open one for the full requirement detail.
How much time you must spend on the ground
Derived from each program’s stated physical-presence requirement.
The pipeline to permanent residency
The staged journey for Retirement and Periodic Income Visa. Processing, permanent residence and citizenship times come from the Mobility Asset Database.
Qualify on Income
The income-based route needs proof of regular income — the Mobility Asset Database sets $1,000/month in pension or passive income.
Apply via SERMIG (Law 21.325)
Submit the temporary-residence application through SERMIG. Processing runs 25.7–60 weeks.
Register for Residency & FONASA
Obtain your residency and RUT, and register for FONASA public healthcare. The route allows remote work.
Renew the Temporary Residency
The temporary residency is renewable annually while you continue to meet the income test.
Permanent Residency & Citizenship
The legacy research notes the path leads to permanent residency and, after 5 years, citizenship eligibility.
City archetypes
Landing-zone comparisons — cost bands, community, and who each city suits.
Santiago
The capital offers modern infrastructure, international schools, and Andes access, at the cost of smog and traffic. Around €1,110/month solo. Best for professionals.
- Modern infrastructure and job market
- International schools, Andes access
- Smog and traffic are the trade-offs
Valparaíso
A bohemian coastal city of colorful hills and beaches, with lower costs than Santiago and a strong arts scene. Around €900/month solo. Ideal for creatives and retirees.
- Bohemian, arts-driven coastal city
- Lower cost than Santiago
- Colorful hills and beaches
Concepción
A university city with beaches, affordability, and a milder climate. Around €905/month solo. Suits families and students.
- University city with a student scene
- Affordable with a milder climate
- Beaches nearby
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