Chile

Chile's residency program for foreigners building real businesses in the country — not parking capital. Permanent residency in 2 years (fastest in Latin America), Chilean citizenship in 5 with dual citizenship permitted, and Latin America's most stable economy underneath it. Sector-specific investment thresholds range $50K-500K+. The 3-year new-resident foreign income tax shield is uniquely valuable in the region. For US/UK/EU battery and lithium supply chain professionals, mining and renewables specialists, agribusiness investors, and Latin American market-focused tech founders.

Chile's standard work-based residency for skilled professionals with a Chilean job offer. Two years gets you permanent residency (PPD), five years opens citizenship. Includes a 3-year new-resident foreign income tax shield that's exceptionally favorable for international hires.