Who this route is for
Workers hired for specific seasonal assignments in Chile.
Seasonal residence is designed for work carried out during limited periods, including recurring seasons. The employer and the duties must meet the category's requirements.
The official category
Residencia Temporal — subcategory 4
Where the application starts
Normally outside Chile.
Key documents and conditions
- General temporary-residence documents.
- A qualifying seasonal employment contract with an employer operating in Chile.
- Employer registration and supporting records; a formal offer is available only where the relevant bilateral framework permits it.
This is a preparation overview. Use the official checklist for the complete requirements and current forms.
Before you make plans
- An approval lasting several years does not authorize uninterrupted residence for all those years.
- Annual stay limits and post-entry contract steps require a current case-specific check.
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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