Who this route is for
Eligible nationals or residents of countries covered by an applicable Chilean agreement.
Some treaties create specific temporary-residence options, including youth-mobility arrangements and business-entry provisions in trade agreements. The agreement determines the qualifying activity and the conditions.
The official category
Residencia Temporal — subcategory 8
Where the application starts
Normally outside Chile.
Key documents and conditions
- Evidence that you fall within the applicable agreement.
- General identity and background documents unless the treaty provides an exemption.
- Financial-support evidence and the agreement's specific supporting documents.
This is a preparation overview. Use the official checklist for the complete requirements and current forms.
Before you make plans
- Nationality alone does not establish eligibility under every treaty.
- Use the country-specific official checklist for age, occupation, duration and family rules.
Prepare your next step
Check your nationality, current location, and the evidence supporting your purpose of stay. Organize documents before making firm travel commitments. If you would like administrative support, send an inquiry about this route and we’ll confirm what we can help with.
Government fees vary by route and circumstances. Service fees and third-party costs are quoted separately; no fixed processing time or outcome is promised.
Official sources
General educational information, checked 2026-09-29. The current official rules and your individual decision govern your application.
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