Chile•South AmericaRetirement/Income-Based Visa (Residencia Temporal - Jubilado/Rentista)
At a Glance
Processing Time
28-56 days
Application Fee
100 USD
Stay Duration
1 year
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Not Specified
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 retirees and individuals with periodic income allowing them to reside in Chile. Requires proof of monthly recurring income (typically USD 1,000-1,500 minimum). Valid for 1 year, renewable annually.
The Retirement/Income-Based Visa (Jubilado/Rentista) is designed for retirees and individuals with stable periodic income sources including pensions, social security, rental income, long-term contracts, interest, or annuities. There are no officially published minimum income requirements, but current practice suggests USD 1,000-1,500 monthly for a single applicant, with higher amounts required for dependents.
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Requirements
Personal
Criminal Record Policy
case_by_case
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Current passport with 6+ months validity
Retirement certificate
Official certificate from pension provider specifying income and period, legalized/apostilled
Proof of periodic income
Recent pension payment receipts or bank statements showing regular deposits
Criminal record certificate
Police clearance from country of origin
Proof of accommodation
Rental agreement or property ownership documentation for residence in Chile
Health insurance
Proof of health insurance coverage in Chile
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Advantages
- Straightforward income-based requirements
- Renewable annually
- Pathway to permanent residency
- Can include dependents with higher income requirement
- Widely used and established visa category
Considerations
- Requires proof of ongoing income
- Income requirements can increase with cost of living adjustments
- Must maintain income documentation for renewals
- Family members require separate applications with higher income thresholds
Application Process
Gather documentation
Collect retirement certificate or income documentation, pension statements
Book consulate appointment
Schedule appointment at Chilean consulate in home country
Submit application
Apply in person at consulate with all required documents
Document verification
Consulate verifies income documentation and criminal record
Visa issuance
Visa stamped in passport upon approval
Application Forms
Visa Application Form
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