Your life in Chile starts here
Make your move to Chile
From the Atacama to Patagonia, Chile packs extraordinary landscapes into one country, with a low cost of living and welcome tax breaks for new residents. A path for the financially independent offers a way in.
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At a glance
Chile, in brief.
How Chile compares with the 80+ destinations we cover. Chile ranks among the best for visa ease (10th of 81) and cost of living (23rd of 77) and property affordability (35th of 75).
Compare destinations- Cost of living
- Low
- Property
- Affordable
- Healthcare
- Moderate
- Safety
- Some concerns
- Climate
- Warm (~15°C)
- English
- Moderate
- Expat community
- Established
Rentista ~$1,000-1,500/mo, 2yr PR, dual
Worldwide, 35.5% top, 3yr new-resident break
Life in Chile
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Your move plan
Chile, one step at a time.
Thirteen steps, in the order most people tackle them. Each one links to the guide that walks you through it.
- 01Check which visa fits your moveRead the guide : Check which visa fits your move
- 02Work out your monthly budgetRead the guide : Work out your monthly budget
- 03Arrange health cover for your moveRead the guide : Arrange health cover for your move
- 04Understand how the health system worksRead the guide : Understand how the health system works
- 05Bring your pet, if you have oneRead the guide : Bring your pet, if you have one
- 06Find somewhere to rentRead the guide : Find somewhere to rent
- 07Open a local bank account
- 08Know your residency steps after you arriveRead the guide : Know your residency steps after you arrive
- 09Find a doctorRead the guide : Find a doctor
- 10Understand your tax positionRead the guide : Understand your tax position
- 11Sort out your driving licenceRead the guide : Sort out your driving licence
- 12Set up a phone and internetRead the guide : Set up a phone and internet
- 13Plan schools, if you're moving with childrenRead the guide : Plan schools, if you're moving with children
Plan your move
Answers for your move.
Free tools that turn big questions about Chile into clear answers.
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- Compare cost of livingWhat your money is worth in Chile.01
- Check retirement affordabilityWhere your pension clears the requirement.02
- Find visa optionsEvery route you could qualify for.03
- Get moving quotesUp to five free quotes from international movers.04
- Compare money transfer ratesFor large international transfers.05
The complete picture
The Chile moving guide.
53 guides, from your visa to finding a vet. Start with the three most people need first.
Moving guide sponsored by- Start here · 01
Visas
Which visa fits your move, and how to apply.
- Start here · 02
Residency
Your residence permit, from first stay to long term.
Visas, residency and work
6
Money and tax
4
Healthcare
7
Buying property
5
Health and wellbeing
8
Travel and transport
5
Driving and cars
5
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Real people who made the move.
People who built a life in Chile share what surprised them, what helped and what they'd do again. All Chile stories
Fresh from Chile
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