Your child will get U.S citizenship by being born in the United States. How to get a Chilean passport? Indeed, both countries practice the right of soil. All children born in Chile instantly become rightful citizens! What is more, the procedure of getting a Chilean residency permit for the parents is much faster and easier than in the U.S.
There is a popular misconception that U.S. citizenship for a child born in America goes along with the privilege of receiving free Ivy League education. In reality, it only includes state schools. Whereas in Chile, your kid will be entitled to free education in any state school or college, even if you do not reside in Chile permanently.
American passport for a newborn doesn't mean free medical care, only insurance does. However, medical insurances in the USA are very tricky and don't cover a lot of expenses. In Chile, the public medical care is free and and good-quality. You can even give birth there free of charge if you don't mind state hospitals.
US citizenship by birth may seem like a great idea until you realize that when your child reaches 18, he or she would have to pay high U.S. taxes even if they don't live in the country. Chilean authorities, on the other hand, do not tax people who live abroad.
Due to the aggressive international policy of their government, Americans face negative perception and even hostility from other countries. The number of terrorist attacks is growing. Lack of gun control results in violent attacks in schools, concerts, and even churches. On the contrary, Chile is the second safest in the Western Hemisphere after Canada (according to the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime). It is
safer than the USA when it comes to homicides, and has very low criminal activity and reliable law enforcement system.
As you can see, Chile passport is much more appealing than the American one. If you are ready to make the leap,
contact us right now to plan your amazing birth in Chile!