'Immigration Requirements' Retirement

John from New York City - 12/11/06 10:56

What are the immigration requirements to retire in Chile?

Some people say it is very easy. Others indicate it is a bit more compliated. Maybe you can refer me to a website in english or spanish that has the complete details.

Comment #1 John from New York City - 12/11/06 10:58

What are the immigration requirements to retire in Chile?

Some people say it is very easy. Others indicate it is a bit more compliated. Maybe you can refer me to a website in english or spanish that has the complete details.

Comment #2 John from New York City - 12/11/06 11:00

What are the immigration requirements to retire in Chile?

Some people say it is very easy. Others indicate it is a bit more complicated. Maybe you can refer me to a website in english or spanish that has the complete details.

Comment #3 John from New York City - 12/11/06 11:04

Are we having fun yet? 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z aa bb cc dd ee ff gg hh ii kk ll mm nn oo pp qq rr ss tt uu vv ww xx yy aa

Comment #4 Larry Wright (72.35.104.137) - 03/15/07 15:59

I am considering retiring in Chile. Can anyone help me in this area. I also would like to know the prices of ranches in Chile I thank anyone for information regarding the above. Sincerely Larry Wright Alaska

Comment #5 Matt in Valparaiso from Valparaiso, Chile - 06/22/07 19:07

yes you can just move to chile like that. You can get a 'rentista' visa or pension visa. You need to be able to prove you can sufficient income from shares/stocks, rents from real estate or other income not directly from your job. The requirement is 'enough to live on'. The minimum wage here is classed as this amount and is around us$350 a month. You can organise your visa once already in Chile and you can do it by post. It takes around 3 months but the second you put the application in the post you're legally allowed to stay in the country until you get resolution from the authorities. You'll need to get bank statements, an accountant's letter etc Apostilled by your government (Foreign Office in the UK and state department in US) and then translated and legalised over here in Chile. Look up apostille on google.

If you're looking for a great place to invest, set up a bar or restaurant, retire or just buy a really amazing property then you should think about Valparaiso and the surrounding area and coast. It's really beautiful here. have a look at my blog www. corrugatedcity. blogspot.com for more info about life over here (make sure all the spaces are taken out-i couldn't include the link normally without exceeding the max word length!).

Good luck,

Matt

Comment #6 Carlos (63.176.159.159) - 09/30/08 18:18

I'm really not sure about the immigration requirements for retiring in Chile, but i dont think it is that simple there are several things to consider.

Comment #7 nordeuspeterson (72.171.0.148) - 10/15/08 17:24

je veux savoir ce que je dois faire pour immigrer et etudier auchili.

Nordeus Peterson

Comment #8 Robert (63.176.159.83) - 10/16/08 00:49

I have no idea what the requirements are but I am sure if you look it up on the interent it would tell you. you could also check with someone else who is retired and ask them how they went about doing it.

Comment #9 sara (63.176.159.50) - 10/23/08 22:59

John first off by your one message up there, it seems that you being retired is pretty boring, and definetly seems like you need to do something. lol It seems that Matt covered everything you need to go to Chile and also to retire, and it seems he knows what he is talking about. So, just find out how to contact Matt and she what other information he has for you about going there to retire.

Comment #10 Carrie (63.176.159.11) - 04/30/09 11:57

Matt, I think your response was helpful and informative and is exactly what people need to see.

Getting the documents required is important and one that should be addressed BEFORE you think about stepping foot in Chile.

Getting the necessary documents such as bank statements and the income requirement letters, and THEN having them translated and "certified" (I forget the actual word there, maybe someone can help with that - but generally meaning they are real documents..ah AUTHENTICATED that is it!) is much harder if you are attempting it once you are already there.

This is great information people!

Comment #11 John from New York City - 05/01/09 06:50

Except, if you don't have a very clear idea of exactly what documents you need legalized... you might legalize a bunch of unnecessary documents and/or not legalize some you do need.

So, find out the exact requirements FIRST.

Comment #12 cwemoy (63.176.159.19) - 06/16/09 05:31

It seems Chile is an easy place to reside. I am interested in knowing the legal requirements if I need to relocate there for further studies. Matt, I am curious to also know whether you can apply for the visa online and how long it takes for example. Lastly, any help concerning Chile's culture, heritage and way of life will be appreciated

Comment #13 cwemoy (63.176.159.112) - 06/26/09 10:16

Immigration requirements vary from one country to another depending on the purpose of travel be it study, work business and so on.Chile most likely has an embassy somewhere near you so you could head there for more info. Have a look at the following website... I hope it answers most of your questions

Comment #14 Jacko (63.176.159.115) - 07/06/09 13:57

Hi!

My two cents: Chile is a great country. Very organized, plus beautiful and pleasant! Almost a "European" style of place. I am attaching a web page that may be helpful.

Lots of luck,

Mucho amor...

• Retirement in Chile

Comment #15 Eve (63.176.159.103) - 07/20/09 20:18

I remember I had a roommate from Chile once. That was in Florida a little while back. He told me of how beautiful it is over there and how much culture there is to be experienced in such a marvelous place. They are a nice people who try to be as, industrious and helpful as they can be, and also as fun loving as they possibly can.

Comment #16 Natascha (63.176.159.67) - 08/01/09 17:55

I think Matt said it all. Thanks!

John from New York City: You're a bit silly, eh? By asking the same question 3 times it won't be answered 3 times better! Try to stay a bit more serious here, please. We're not all idiots.

Comment #17 cespeta (63.176.159.92) - 09/20/09 02:38

You can find different sites on the internet to provide you extensive knowledge about your Immigration's Requirement for Retirement in Chile. The attached Web Link could help you find the answer to your question.

• Immigration Requirements' Retirement

Comment #18 Ann (63.176.159.179) - 11/18/09 13:04

Here, you will have complete information of the various options to settle in chile, and legal requirements that are needed.

• info chile visas

Comment #19 Eve (63.176.159.105) - 12/10/09 18:10

I do not know about retiring over there, but I would surely consider visiting, and some day soon as well.

Comment #20 Chiqui (63.176.159.200) - 12/17/09 22:51

So, have you found the fun you are looking for John?

And for those who wants to know more about retirement, acquiring a visa and stuffs like that, try Ann's link. I t is useful I must say.

Or better yet, try cespeta's link. Those links would supply all the information needed by those who are thinking of retiring in Chile.

A good day to all of you. God bless

Comment #21 Pinky (63.176.159.156) - 01/03/10 23:23

I hope that John had his fun already. There certainly are lots of stuffs that we need to know before we can actually move to one place to another. And since John seems to know everything other than reciting the alphabet, guess we have lots to learn from him.

Good luck to all of here and please keep those posts coming up. Thanks a lot guys and be happy. Ciao..

Comment #22 Denver (63.176.159.33) - 01/22/10 09:31

Hmmm.. I think you are over reacting on the statement of John, we better forget about him and his post so we can move on.

Well regarding the retirement in Chile, I think it would be much better if anyone here would post more about the Chile immigration requirement, what would be needed if a retiree would want to retire in Chile? Hope to hear from all of you soon.

Comment #23 Curtis Nick (63.176.159.16) - 02/13/10 22:31

Well, I think if I were to retire to Chile and am interested in knowing the requirements of it I would phone the local embassy (if there's any) or will directly go to an information center with more reliable information. Not that I am stating the forum information aren't, but it is better safe than sorry. What I want to know is what destinations would be a recommended place to retire and why?

Comment #24 ZIYAD ALAFRANJI (78.100.48.38) - 07/05/10 02:47

"DOHA QATAR"

we are looking immigration to CHILE, kindly give us all information how we can apply

from Qatar, as skilled professional.

i have wife and a kid,

plz let me know how to apply online or offline from Qatar

detailed procedure required thanks

ziyad Al-Afranji

+974 5295852

E-Mail:         

Name:            (required)

Title:           (required)

Message (do not enter emails or links or urls in the message!):