Category: Retirement Visa
Overview: The Chile Retirement Visa (Visa de Rentista or Pensionado) allows foreign retirees to reside in Chile based on a stable, guaranteed passive income or pension. It offers temporary residency with a path to permanent status.
Eligibility: Applicants must demonstrate a stable, guaranteed monthly passive income (pension, annuities, etc.) of at least $1500 USD and have a clean criminal record.
Processing Time: ~90 days
Visa Duration: 12 months
Renewable: Yes
Work Authorisation: Not permitted
Remote Work Allowed: No
Dependants Allowed: No
Path to Residency: Yes
Path to Citizenship: Yes
Sponsor Required: No
Official Government Page: https://serviciomigraciones.cl/
Summary: The Chile Retirement Visa allows foreigners with stable passive income, typically $1500 USD/month, to live in Chile. It grants temporary residency, offering a pathway to permanent residency, enabling a comfortable retirement.