Living in Chile.

2 practical guides for Americans living in Chile, grouped by topic. Each one lists the official sources it is based on.

Chile

Arrival and immigration

Entering Chile on a US passport: visitor stays and overstays

How long Americans may stay in Chile as visitors, how the one-time USD 100 extension works, what an overstay fine costs, and why residence must start abroad.

Chile

Visas and residency

Visas and residency · 9 min read

Moving to Chile from the US: which visa or residence route fits

How Chile's visitor stay, temporary residence subcategories and definitive residence work for US citizens, and which steps must start outside Chile.