Peruvians in Chile

Peruvians in Chile (Spanish: Peruanos en Chile) consists of mainly of immigrants and expatriates from Peru as well as their locally born descendants.

Both countries share the Spanish language; their historical origins are common (part of the Spanish Empire).

A large number of immigrants to Chile in general have been Peruvian.

The proximity of the two countries lowers travel costs and enables immigrants to maintain ties with family members in Peru.

The common language also encourages migration to Chile, rather than to the United States or Japan.