Malaysian citizens moving to Republic of Chile
Malaysian nationals typically move to Republic of Chile through its standard work, study, family, and skilled-migration routes rather than through a dedicated bilateral scheme. Eligibility and processing times are set by Servicio Nacional de Migraciones (Chile), so check each route below for its primary source.
We cover 5 Chile routes — 3 can be started without a job offer, and 4 lead to permanent residence.
Tourist entry
No. Malaysian nationals require a visa to enter Republic of Chile, even for short tourism. A separate residence or work route is required for long-term stay.
Treaty & bilateral memberships
No nationality-specific treaty routes apply.
Consular processing: a Republic of Chile consulate or visa application centre in your country of residence
What this means for Malaysian citizens
Of the 5 Republic of Chile routes we cover, 3 can be started without an employer sponsor and 4 can lead to permanent residence. Expect a language test or qualification-recognition step, since language alignment is only partial.
All Republic of Chile routes open to Malaysian applicants
General routes available to all nationalities. Click any to read the full guide.
Temporary Residence - Lawful Remunerated Activities
Temporary residence subcategory for foreigners coming to Chile to perform lawful paid work under a contract, service contract or job offer.
Job offer required · Leads to permanent residence
Temporary Residence - Employment Opportunity
Temporary residence permit for foreigners seeking employment opportunities in Chile, granted under quotas set by the migration policy authorities.
No job offer needed · Leads to permanent residence
Temporary Residence - Investors and Related Personnel
Temporary residence subcategory for investors making a qualifying investment in Chile and for related executive or specialist personnel.
No job offer needed · Leads to permanent residence
Temporary Residence - Family Reunification
Temporary residence subcategory for close family members of Chilean citizens or holders of Residencia Definitiva.
Job offer required · Leads to permanent residence
Temporary Residence - Students
Temporary residence subcategory for foreigners studying at education establishments recognised by the Chilean State.
No job offer needed · Temporary
Frequently asked questions
Can Malaysian citizens enter Republic of Chile without a visa?+
No. Malaysian nationals require a visa to enter Republic of Chile, even for short tourism. A separate residence or work route is required for long-term stay.
Which Republic of Chile visa routes are best suited to Malaysian applicants?+
Malaysian nationals typically move to Republic of Chile through its standard work, study, family, and skilled-migration routes rather than through a dedicated bilateral scheme. Eligibility and processing times are set by Servicio Nacional de Migraciones (Chile), so check each route below for its primary source.
Where do Malaysian applicants typically apply for a Republic of Chile visa?+
Applications are typically processed at a Republic of Chile consulate or visa application centre in your country of residence. Some digital and in-country applications can be filed directly with Republic of Chile's immigration authority without a consular visit.
Do Malaysian citizens need a job offer to move to Republic of Chile?+
Not necessarily. 3 of the 5 Republic of Chile routes we cover can be started without an employer sponsor, while the rest need a sponsoring employer or job offer. If you do not have an offer yet, the no-sponsor routes are the place to start.
Can Malaysian citizens get permanent residence in Republic of Chile?+
Yes. 4 of the 5 Republic of Chile routes we cover lead toward settlement or permanent residence; the others are temporary. Timelines vary by route, so check the settlement detail on each visa page.