Chile•South AmericaSeasonal Worker Visa (Residencia Temporal - Trabajador Temporal)
At a Glance
Processing Time
28-42 days
Application Fee
100 USD
Stay Duration
Up to 5 years
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Temporary work visa for seasonal employees working limited periods up to 6 months per calendar year. Can be issued for up to 5 years with possibility of 2-year extension. For agricultural and seasonal employment.
The Seasonal Worker Visa is designed for temporary workers in agriculture and other seasonal industries. Workers can remain in Chile for up to 6 months per calendar year for the duration of the permit (up to 5 years). The visa allows workers to change employers without requiring notification to SERMIG, providing flexibility in seasonal labor markets.
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Requirements
Personal
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Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Current passport
Seasonal employment contract
Contract with registered Chilean employer for seasonal work
Criminal record certificate
Police clearance from country of origin
Health certificate
Medical examination results if required
OptionalSponsor Documents
Employer SII registration
Certificado de Inicio de Actividades showing employer registration
Employer authorization
Employer confirmation of employment and sponsorship
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Advantages
- Long validity period (up to 5 years)
- Allows employer changes
- Suits agricultural and seasonal work
- Renewable for additional 2 years
- No work hour restrictions
Considerations
- Limited to 6 months per calendar year in Chile
- No pathway to permanent residency
- Depends on seasonal employment continuation
- Limited to specific seasonal work
Application Process
Secure seasonal employment contract
Obtain employment contract from Chilean employer for seasonal work
Verify employer registration
Confirm employer has Certificado de Inicio de Actividades from SII
Submit application
Apply through SERMIG or Chilean consulate with employment contract
Document verification
Background and employment documentation reviewed
Visa issuance
Receive seasonal worker residency permit
Application Forms
Online Application
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