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11/08/2025
What is the Chile pregnant women visa?
Chile's pregnant women visa (Residencia Temporal por razones humanitarias / Embarazadas) is a specialized temporary residence permit designed to provide legal protection and healthcare access for pregnant migrant women in Chile. This visa category reflects Chile's recognition of the particular vulnerability of pregnant women and commitment to ensuring their health and legal security.
Eligibility Requirements
Current Presence in Chile: You must physically be in Chile at the time of application Legal Status: Must hold some form of temporary status including:
- Temporary Stay Permit (tourist visa)
- Any category of Temporary Residence Permit
- Expired permits where pregnancy occurred during valid period
Pregnancy Confirmation: Medical certificate from Chilean healthcare provider confirming pregnancyS
Application Process
The Pregnant Women visa is a sub-category of the humanitarian visas, themselves part of the temporary residency visas. Therefore, the application process is similar to other tempoarary visas. See the Chile visa application guide for more information on the application process.
Healthcare System Access
You can choose to deliver your baby in either the public health system (public hospitals and clinics), or the private system (private clinics).
Tho access the public system, you must be registered with FONASA. You will get access to public hospitals and clinics, and comprehensive maternal care at a lower cost than the private system. It won't be free either.
The private system encompasses all private clinics. You don't need an insurance to access it, but it is recommended. Private institutions are costlier than the institutions members of the public system. A delivery in a private clinic can cost 4,000-5,000 USD, and up to 7,000-8,000 USD in case of C-section.
You can either use:
- a Chilean private insurance (ISAPRE)
- an international privaet insurance with pregnancy coverage.
It will be difficult to register with an ISAPRE if you do not have yet a Chilean ID card. If you are already pregnant, most will use the fact that you do not yet have a Chilean card to deny you access to the insurance, as they know they will immediately be losing
For this reason, subscribing an international health insurance before coming to Chile is the most recommended option. Keep in mind that with most insurances, you must have subscribed before getting pregnant, and sometimes even a few months in advance.
See the healthcare section for more information about the health system in Chile.
Related Visa Options
If the pregnant women visa doesn't apply to your situation, consider:
- Work Visa: If you have employment opportunities
- Family Reunification Visas: If you have family connections with a Chilean citizen or a Permanent Resident foreigner
For comprehensive support with your pregnant women visa application, consider booking a consultation.
Frequently asked questions about the Chilean visa for pregnant women
Eligibility and Basic Requirements
Foreign women in Chile with confirmed pregnancies. You must currently be in Chile with a Temporary Stay or Temporary Residence permit and have a medical certificate confirming your pregnancy from a Chilean healthcare provider within the national health network.
No, applications must be submitted from within Chile. This humanitary visa is specifically designed for pregnant women already in Chile who need to regularize their residence status due to their pregnancy. You cannot apply from your home country.
Yes. Eligible applicants include those with Temporary Stay permits (tourist status) or any type of Temporary Residence permit. The visa helps regularize status for pregnant women facing visa expiration.
Medical and Documentation Requirements
A notarized medical certificate confirming pregnancy from Chile's health network. The certificate must be issued by a doctor or healthcare facility that is part of Chile's public or registered private health system.
Yes, if the clinic is registered with Chilean health authorities. Both public health facilities and registered private healthcare providers can issue valid pregnancy certificates. The key requirement is that the provider must be part of Chile's official health network.
Any stage of confirmed pregnancy. There's no minimum or maximum gestational age requirement. The visa is designed to provide protection throughout pregnancy, so early application after confirming pregnancy is recommended.
Only the pregnancy certificate is specifically required for the visa. However, maintaining comprehensive prenatal care records is advisable for healthcare continuity.
Application Process and Support
Yes, a third-party can apply on your behalf with proper authorization. If a third-party files the application for you, they must have your notarized authorization.
The visa remains valid according to its original duration. Giving birth doesn't automatically end the visa, but you should plan for post-birth residence status. Consider applying for other visa categories such as the family-reunification visa if planning to remain in Chile long-term.
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