It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party hold the necessary travel and health documents, and comply with all immigration requirements before traveling.
General Entry Requirements
Passport
- Must be valid for the entire duration of your stay in Chile.
- Must contain at least one blank page for the entry stamp.
Visa
Check if you need a visa by reviewing the Chilean government’s official list: Visa Requirements by Country
- If your country is marked “Sí” under “¿REQUIERE VISA DE PERMANENCIA TRANSITORIA?”, you must apply for a visa before traveling (recommended at least 3 months in advance).
- Apply online through the Chilean Ministry of Foreign Affairs website (available in English and Spanish).
No visa required for passport holders from the following countries:
| Country / Territory | Max Stay (days) |
|---|---|
| Albania, Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Kosovo¹, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, San Marino, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland | 90 |
| Argentina², Australia, Barbados, Belize, Bolivia², Brazil², Canada, Colombia², Costa Rica, Dominica, Ecuador², El Salvador, Fiji, Georgia, Grenada, Guatemala, Guyana, Honduras, Hong Kong (SAR), Indonesia⁴, Israel, Japan, Macao, Malaysia, Mauritius, Mexico, Moldova, Mongolia, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay², Peru², Saint Kitts & Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent & the Grenadines, Samoa, San Marino, Solomon Islands, Suriname, Trinidad & Tobago, Tuvalu, Uruguay², Vanuatu, Venezuela²⁻⁵ | 90 |
| United Kingdom (includes British Overseas Territories citizens) | 90 |
| United States of America | 90 |
| South Africa | 90 |
| South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam | 90 |
- Kosovo: Chile does not officially recognize Kosovo diplomatically, but it appears in the visa-exempt category.
- Argentina, Brazil, Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Paraguay, Peru, Uruguay, Venezuela: Citizens may enter using ID cards only (Mercosur/UNASUR agreement).
- Indonesia, Hong Kong, Macao, Malaysia, Singapore: Some have 30-day exemptions; verify in the official PDF.
- Venezuela: Full 90-day visa exemption reinstated in 2024.
Special Country Notes
- Australia: No visa required to enter Chile.
- India & China:
- Must obtain a Temporary Stay Visa unless holding a valid U.S. visa (non-Type C) valid for at least 6 months.
- If exempt, entry to Chile is permitted without a Chilean visa.
Upon Entry to Chile
Migration Card (Tourist Card)
Foreigners paying in USD are exempt from Chile’s 19% VAT on accommodations. Present your passport and migration card at hotel check-in to validate this exemption. If not presented, hotels may charge the tax.
The migration card is issued upon arrival and must be kept until your final departure. If lost, request a duplicate online via PDI Migration Card Duplicate.
Example of the migration card
Agricultural and Customs Affidavit
- All travelers, including minors, must declare if carrying plant or animal-based products, goods, or currency.
- Free and individual process, valid only for the arrival date.
- Complete online within 24 hours before arrival:
| Border Crossing | Type | Name |
|---|---|---|
| Santiago de Chile | Air | Aeropuerto Internacional Arturo Merino Benítez |
| Punta Arenas | Air | Aeropuerto Internacional Carlos Ibáñez del Campo |
| Uyuni ⟶ San Pedro de Atacama | Land | Hito Cajón |
| Salta/Jujuy ⟶ San Pedro de Atacama | Land | Control Integrado Jama |
| Mendoza ⟶ Santiago de Chile | Land | Complejo Los Libertadores |
| Bariloche ⟶ Puerto Varas (road) | Land | Cardenal Antonio Samoré |
| Bariloche ⟶ Puerto Varas (Lake Crossing)* | Land* | Peulla |
| Esquel ⟶ Futaleufú | Land | El Límite (Futaleufú) |
| Los Antiguos ⟶ Chile Chico | Land | Paso Roballos |
| El Calafate ⟶ Torres del Paine / Puerto Natales / Punta Arenas | Land | Río Don Guillermo |
| Ushuaia ⟶ Punta Arenas (Australis Cruise) | Maritime | Puerto de Punta Arenas |
| Antarctica ⟶ Punta Arenas | Maritime | Puerto de Punta Arenas |
*The Lake Crossing includes a short land portion by bus.
- If in doubt about your items, always declare “YES.” An officer will assist you during inspection.
- If you declare “YES” on the SAG form, go through the red gate at baggage claim for inspection by the Agricultural and Livestock Service (SAG).
Example of the affidavit received by email
Proof of Financial Solvency
- Required for tourists entering with a Temporary Stay permit.
- Minimum amount: USD $46 per person, per day of stay.
- Accepted proofs: bank statements, credit/debit cards, or cash (CLP or foreign currency).
- Documents may be presented digitally or printed.
- For minors, the accompanying adult must demonstrate solvency for all.
Recommended (Not Mandatory)
Travel Medical Insurance: Not required but highly recommended to cover:
- Medical expenses
- Personal accidents
- Emergency repatriation or evacuation
- Personal liability
- Adventure activities (if applicable)
If you plan to visit Easter Island, see the Requirements for Entering Rapa Nui.
If you plan to visit Argentina, see the Requirements for Entering Argentina.
If you plan to visit Bolivia, see the Requirements for Entering Bolivia.
If you plan to visit or transit through Brazil, see the Requirements for Entering Brazil.