Visa & Entry Requirements by Country in Santiago, Chile

1. U.S. Citizens

For U.S. citizens, a valid passport is required for entry to Chile. No visa is needed for stays up to 90 days.

Visa-free stay: Allows U.S. citizens to enter and stay for a short period without obtaining a visa
Passport validity: Ensures that the passport is valid for at least six months beyond the intended stay
Single entry: Grants permission for a single entry into Chile within the 90-day period

Canadian citizens can enter Chile without a visa for up to 90 days. A valid passport is required.

Visa-free stay: Allows Canadian citizens to enter and stay for a short period without obtaining a visa
Passport validity: Ensures that the passport is valid for at least six months beyond the intended stay
Single entry: Grants permission for a single entry into Chile within the 90-day period

Citizens of EU countries can enter Chile without a visa for up to 90 days within a 180-day period. A valid passport is required.

Visa-free stay: Allows EU citizens to enter and stay for a short period without obtaining a visa
Multiple entries: Permits multiple entries within the 180-day period
Passport validity: Ensures that the passport is valid for at least six months beyond the intended stay

Australian citizens can enter Chile without a visa for up to 90 days. A valid passport is required.

Visa-free stay: Allows Australian citizens to enter and stay for a short period without obtaining a visa
Passport validity: Ensures that the passport is valid for at least six months beyond the intended stay
Single entry: Grants permission for a single entry into Chile within the 90-day period

New Zealand citizens can enter Chile without a visa for up to 90 days. A valid passport is required.

Visa-free stay: Allows New Zealand citizens to enter and stay for a short period without obtaining a visa
Passport validity: Ensures that the passport is valid for at least six months beyond the intended stay
Single entry: Grants permission for a single entry into Chile within the 90-day period

After Brexit, British citizens require a visa to enter Chile. Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) is available for stays up to 90 days.

eTA requirement: Allows British citizens to apply online for the eTA prior to travel
Visa-free stay (pre-Brexit): Previously, British citizens could enter and stay for a short period without obtaining a visa
Single entry: Grants permission for a single entry into Chile within the 90-day period

Japanese citizens can enter Chile without a visa for up to 90 days. A valid passport is required.

Visa-free stay: Allows Japanese citizens to enter and stay for a short period without obtaining a visa
Passport validity: Ensures that the passport is valid for at least six months beyond the intended stay
Single entry: Grants permission for a single entry into Chile within the 90-day period

South Korean citizens can enter Chile without a visa for up to 90 days. A valid passport is required.

Visa-free stay: Allows South Korean citizens to enter and stay for a short period without obtaining a visa
Passport validity: Ensures that the passport is valid for at least six months beyond the intended stay
Single entry: Grants permission for a single entry into Chile within the 90-day period

Chinese citizens require a visa to enter Chile. Tourist visas are available for stays up to 90 days.

Tourist visa availability: Allows Chinese citizens to apply for a tourist visa to visit Santiago
Visa processing time: Provides information on the average processing time for the visa application
Extending stay: Gives details about the process to extend a visitor's stay if needed

Indian citizens require a visa to enter Chile. Tourist visas are available for stays up to 90 days.

Tourist visa availability: Allows Indian citizens to apply for a tourist visa to visit Santiago
Visa processing time: Provides information on the average processing time for the visa application
Extending stay: Gives details about the process to extend a visitor's stay if needed

Brazilian citizens can enter Chile without a visa for up to 90 days. A valid passport is required.

Visa-free stay: Allows Brazilian citizens to enter and stay for a short period without obtaining a visa
Passport validity: Ensures that the passport is valid for at least six months beyond the intended stay
Single entry: Grants permission for a single entry into Chile within the 90-day period

Argentine citizens can enter Chile without a visa for up to 90 days. A valid passport or national identity card is required.

Visa-free stay: Allows Argentine citizens to enter and stay for a short period without obtaining a visa
ID card acceptance: Recognizes the national identity card as a valid travel document
Single entry: Grants permission for a single entry into Chile within the 90-day period

Peruvian citizens can enter Chile without a visa for up to 183 days. A valid passport is required.

Extended stay: Allows Peruvian citizens to stay in Chile for an extended period of 183 days without a visa
Passport validity: Ensures that the passport is valid for at least six months beyond the intended stay
Single entry: Grants permission for a single entry into Chile within the 183-day period

Colombian citizens can enter Chile without a visa for up to 180 days. A valid passport is required.

Extended stay: Allows Colombian citizens to stay in Chile for an extended period of 180 days without a visa
Passport validity: Ensures that the passport is valid for at least six months beyond the intended stay
Single entry: Grants permission for a single entry into Chile within the 180-day period

After the Bolivarian Revolution, Venezuelan citizens require a visa to enter Chile. Tourist visas are available for stays up to 90 days.

Tourist visa availability: Allows Venezuelan citizens to apply for a tourist visa to visit Santiago
Visa processing time: Provides information on the average processing time for the visa application
Extending stay: Gives details about the process to extend a visitor's stay if needed