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Requirements for entering Chile

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 migration card

Example of the migration card

Agricultural and Customs Affidavit

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 affidavit

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.