What is an application for a pronouncement?
This is a procedure that can be completed if you have doubts regarding your citizenship. By virtue of the power established in Art. 157 No. 9 of Law No. 21.325 of Migración y Extranjería, the Servicio Nacional de Migraciones (SERMIG) may declare whether you are a foreigner or not.
To whom is this application directed?
If you are a person born in Chile and registered in the Civil Registry and Identification Service as a “Hijo de Extranjero Transeúnte” (Child of a foreigner not residing in Chile).
Where can I apply for a citizenship pronouncement?
Attention!
New procedure effective December 1, 2025
- The application is made through the SERMIG Digital Procedures Portal, fulfilling all the requirements.
On the Portal, select the “Pronunciamiento de nacionalidad” option and log in with your ClaveÚnica or your personal account. If you don’t have one, you can register on the Portal itself.
