Chile•South AmericaFamily Reunification Visa (Residencia Temporal - Reunificación Familiar)
At a Glance
Processing Time
180-360 days
Application Fee
100 USD
Stay Duration
Up to 2 years
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Visa for family members of Chilean citizens or permanent residents. Allows spouses, children, parents, and other relatives to join family already residing in Chile. Valid for up to 2 years, renewable.
The Family Reunification Visa allows family members of Chilean citizens and permanent residents to join them for long-term residence. This includes spouses, children, parents, and other qualifying relatives. The sponsoring family member must demonstrate ability to support dependents.
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Requirements
Personal
Criminal Record Policy
case_by_case
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Current passport
Birth certificate
Official birth certificate, apostilled if from abroad
Marriage certificate
If applicable, official marriage certificate
OptionalProof of family relationship
Documentation establishing family bond with sponsor
Criminal record certificate
Police clearance from country of origin
Health certificate
Medical examination results
Sponsor Documents
Proof of Chilean residency
Sponsor's residence documentation in Chile
Proof of legal status
Sponsor's permanent residency or citizenship documentation
Financial support declaration
Sponsor's declaration of ability to support family member
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Advantages
- Brings families together
- Pathway to permanent residency
- Renewable as long as family bond exists
- Can lead to citizenship after time in Chile
- Established and straightforward process
Considerations
- Long processing time (6-12 months)
- Requires sponsor already in Chile
- Dependent on sponsor's legal status
- Family relationship documentation required
Application Process
Gather family documentation
Collect birth certificates, marriage certificates, proof of family relationship
Get family member sponsorship
Chilean citizen or permanent resident submits sponsorship in Chile
Prepare visa application
Compile all required documents for consulate submission
Submit at consulate
Apply at Chilean consulate in country of residence
Background verification
Criminal record check and family relationship verification
Visa issuance
Receive family reunification residency permit
Application Forms
Online Application
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