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8. Immigration: Chile

Immigration in Chile: how foreign visitors, staff, investors and executives enter and stay under Ley Nº 21.325 and its decrees, which permits allow work, how temporary residence leads to permanent residence, what it costs by nationality, and the duties and fines for employers, each tied to the official text.

Investor view. Chile offers clear, rule based routes for investors and the staff they bring, with an online process, work rights from the in process certificate and a 24 month path to permanent residence, which keeps talent mobility predictable for growing companies.

Visas, work permits and residence in Chile: visitor stays, temporary residence for staff and investors, permanent residence and employer dutiesForeigners enter Chile as visitors for up to 90 days without the right to work, and anyone who will work or settle must obtain temporary residence from abroad through SERMIG under Ley Nº 21.325 and De