The student visa (visa de estudiante) allows you to study at a school or university in Chile. You must enroll yourself in a school before you apply for the visa. Apply for the student visa at the Foreign Legalization Service (Deparamento de Extranjería). To obtain the visa, present two photocopies of your passport, two 3 x 2 cm. photographs with your name and passport number, your proof of enrollment and proof of income or savings.
The visa is valid for one year and can be renewed if you present current enrollment at the end of one year. The visa prohibits you from working in Chile, but you can apply for a work permit at the Foreign Legalization Service.
The cost of the student visa varies by nationality. The visa is free for U.S. citizens, British citizens must pay US$50 and Canadians pay US$85.
After you receive your visa, remember to apply for your Chilean Identification Card (See Registering Your Visa).
Addresses
Departmento de Extranjería (Foreign Legalization Service)
Teatinos 950
Santiago Centro
(2) 674-4000
Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Metro Station Cal y Canto