ChileUpdate November 2026: Applications require InvestChile approval.
Chile is one of the biggest fast growing economies in South America. Chile offers attractive investment in sectors such as mining, services, the food industry, infrastructure, tourism and energy. Chile is a member of OECD and its economy is considered South America’s most stable and prosperous nations and rated as high-income economy by the World bank. Spanish is the main language and the national currency is Chilean Peso.
Investment name
Foreign investment statute
Minimum Investment
USD 500,000
Qualifying Investments
Undertake an economic activity through legal entity in sectors such as
- Mining
- Tourism
- Energy
- Infrastructure (real estate does not qualify)
- Food industry
Processing time
2 months
Visa type:
[Te-7] Visa for Investors
Permanent Residency
After 1 year of temporary residency
Citizenship
After 5 years of permanent residence.
Dual Nationality
Yes
Residence program
Investor residence from US$500,000.
Citizenship program
No citizenship by investment. Naturalisation after 5 years of legal residence.
Dual citizenship
Allowed
Citizenship
After 5 years of residence
Processing time
Varies. Contact us for current timing.
Permanent residency
Contact us for current rules.
Last reviewed November 2026. Programme rules change often, so confirm details with us before investing.