🇨🇱 Chile · Citizenship

Naturalization and citizenship-by-investment: residence years, language and civics tests, dual-citizenship rules, and multi-passport planning.

Chilean nationality by naturalisation is generally available after five years of permanent residence, subject to requirements. Those born in Chile are generally Chilean by birth.

  • Naturalisation typically requires five years of residence and meeting legal conditions.
  • Most people born in Chilean territory acquire Chilean nationality by birth.
  • Chile permits dual nationality in most cases.

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