Chile•South AmericaMercosur Reciprocity Visa (Residencia Temporal - Reciprocidad Internacional)
At a Glance
Processing Time
28-56 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
Residency permit for nationals of Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay under the Montevideo Declaration and Mercosur agreements. Offers preferential treatment for citizens of member states. Valid for up to 2 years.
The Mercosur Reciprocity Visa implements the Montevideo Declaration and Mercosur agreements for enhanced mobility among Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, Uruguay, and Chile. This visa provides preferential treatment for citizens of member states seeking to reside, work, or establish businesses in Chile.
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Requirements
Personal
Passport Validity
1 day
Criminal Record Policy
Clean record required
Eligible Nationalities
This visa is available to citizens of: AR, BR, PY, UY, BO
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Current passport from eligible Mercosur country
Criminal record certificate
Police clearance from country of origin
Proof of purpose
Documentation of intended activities in Chile (work, business, residency)
Proof of funds
Demonstration of ability to support residence
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Advantages
- Simplified process for Mercosur nationals
- Pathway to permanent residency
- Renewable for extended stay
- Work rights included
- Family can be included
Considerations
- Limited to Mercosur member states
- Requires proof of purpose and funds
- Criminal record check required
- Processing time 4-8 weeks
Application Process
Verify Mercosur eligibility
Confirm nationality is Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, or Uruguay
Prepare documentation
Gather passport, criminal record certificate, and supporting documents
Apply online
Submit application through SERMIG Portal de Trámites Digitales
Background verification
Criminal record check and documentation review
Visa issuance
Receive Mercosur reciprocity residency permit
Application Forms
Online Application
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