Residence & citizenship
Chilean Permanent Residence (Residencia Definitiva)
The indefinite permit to live and carry out any lawful activity in Chile, granted after holding temporary residence.
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Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Chile government website before you apply.
- Official name
- Residencia Definitiva
- Route type
- Permanent residence
- Standard qualifying period
- 24 months of temporary residence
- Reduced qualifying period
- 12 months for family ties, stable income/pension, operating investments, official missions, contributions or agreement eligibility
- Application window
- Within the 90 days before the temporary permit expires
Who it is for
- Temporary residents who have completed the required qualifying period
- People with family ties, stable income, investments or agreement eligibility (12-month route)
Requirements
- A valid Residencia Temporal permit and compliance with your subcategory conditions
- Criminal-record certificate
- Passport/ID copies and your Chilean foreigner ID card
- Proof of your current residence status
- Recent colour photo with a white background
What you can do
- Live in Chile indefinitely
- Carry out any lawful economic activity throughout the country
- Build towards Chilean nationality after the required years of permanent residence
How to apply
- Apply through SERMIG's digital procedures portal using ClaveÚnica
- File within the 90 days before your temporary permit expires
- Upload your criminal-record certificate and identity documents
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.