Does Chile have a digital nomad visa?

We do not track a dedicated digital nomad visa for Chile; the closest routes are the Temporary Residence for Study and Tourist Stay / Temporary Residence.

How much does the Tourist Stay / Temporary Residence cost and how long does it take?

The Tourist Stay / Temporary Residence takes On arrival (tourist) / weeks (residence) to process.

Can you get residency through Chile's Tourist Stay / Temporary Residence?

Yes, the Tourist Stay / Temporary Residence can lead to residency in Chile.

What is Chile's Escape Score?

Chile scores 6.1/10 on Escape Score, our composite measure of visa access, cost of living, safety and quality of life for remote workers and movers.

What visa options does Chile have?

Chile has 2 visa routes we track for remote workers and movers, including student and tourist visas.

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Visa facts verified against official sources · last checked October 11, 2026

Part of the Digital Nomad Visas guide

Stable, high-infrastructure South American base; a Temporary Residence route suits longer stays.

Safety & travel advisory

Check the current official advisory before you plan — especially traveling solo.

Official US State Department travel advisory

Advisories change often — always verify the current status at the official source before you travel. (UK, Canada & Australia publish their own advisories too.)

Chile’s Escape Score

Workable if it suits you

6.1

out of 10 · four pillars

Can I stay?

Can I afford it?

Will I be safe?

Can I live there?

See how Chile scores on each pillar — and the cited input behind every one — with premium. Unlock the breakdown

Healthcare, taxes & language

The decisive three for a longer stay — with a source to verify each yourself.

Healthcare

Quality 7/10

Dual system: public FONASA plus private ISAPRE insurance and clinics; private hospitals in Santiago, Viña del Mar and Concepción offer high-standard care, while public facilities are cheaper but have longer waits.

Tip: pair with travel-medical + medical-evacuation cover.

Health Care Index

Tax on foreign & pension income

Residence-based (worldwide)

Residents are taxed on worldwide income, including foreign pensions, at progressive Global Complementary Tax rates (0–40%), but foreigners are taxed only on Chilean-source income for their first 3 years of residence (extendable by 3 more).

Not tax advice — confirm with a local professional.

PwC tax summary

English proficiency

Moderate

English is limited outside Santiago's business districts, tourism services and private-school-educated professionals; Spanish is needed for daily life.

EF English Index

Visa-free on arrival

How long you can stay without a visa, by passport.

days · visa_free

Canada

days · visa_free

Australia

days · visa_free

New Zealand

days · visa_free

Japan

days · visa_free

South Korea

days · visa_free

Singapore

days · visa_free

Hong Kong

days · visa_free

China

—

· visa_required

India

—

· visa_required

Switzerland

days · visa_free

Israel

days · visa_free

Visa by passport

Ways in — every visa route

Ranked by route score — length of stay, ease and speed. It feeds the “Can I stay?” pillar above.

Visa rules change often and official sources can conflict. This is AI-assembled research, not legal or immigration advice — always verify with the official link before you act. Full disclaimer

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