🇨🇱 Chile · Student
People covered by international agreements — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Age range | 18–100 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 24 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://serviciomigraciones.cl/en/residencia-temporal-permit/.
Frequently asked
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“Visto de estudante = residência temporária pela duração dos estudos; PR via rota pós-estudo separada. not_applicable. Programa: a valid passport is required for all nationalities, except for Bolivians, who may present a valid ID if applying through international recip”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-22.