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Visa requirements for Chile

Who can enter Chile, by nationality. Tourism. Data as of October 19, 2026.

Passport holders from 138 countries can enter Chile without a visa in advance. All 138 enter visa-free on a valid passport. Everyone else needs a visa, or an e-visa where one is offered, before travelling.

138 visa-free
0 on arrival
0 eTA
0 e-visa
104 visa required

242 nationalities

Visa-free entry

138 nationalities

Visa required in advance

104 nationalities

UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Chile

Chile has 9 sites on UNESCO's World Heritage List.

Chinchorro culture
Chinchorro mummies
Churches of Chiloé
Historic Quarter of the Seaport City of Valparaíso
Humberstone and Santa Laura Saltpeter Works
Inca road system
Rapa Nui National Park
Settlement and Artificial Mummification of the Chinchorro Culture in the Arica and Parinacota Region
Sewell

Source: Wikidata, community-maintained and not the official UNESCO count.

Nearby destinations

Argentina Uruguay Paraguay Bolivia Peru Brazil

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a visa to visit Chile?

It depends on your passport. 138 nationalities can enter Chile without arranging a visa in advance (visa-free, on arrival, or eTA); everyone else needs a visa or e-visa. Use the tables below to check a specific passport.

What is the best time to visit Chile?

January, February, March, November, December, based on Santiago's climate normals: mild temperatures and below-average rainfall for the year.

What currency is used in Chile?

Chilean peso (CLP). 1 USD is approximately 981.67 CLP.

What side of the road does Chile drive on?

Chile drives on the right.

How many UNESCO World Heritage Sites does Chile have?

9: Chinchorro culture, Chinchorro mummies, Churches of Chiloé, Historic Quarter of the Seaport City of Valparaíso, Humberstone and Santa Laura Saltpeter Works, Inca road system, Rapa Nui National Park, Settlement and Artificial Mummification of the Chinchorro Culture in the Arica and Parinacota Region, and more.

What is the emergency number in Chile?

130 / 131 / 132 / 133 / 134.

What time zone is Chile in?

Santiago (UTC-3).

What is the nearest airport to Santiago?

Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL), about 16 km away.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Chile

Chile, officially the Republic of Chile, is a country in the Southern Cone of southwestern South America. It is the southernmost country in the world and the closest to Antarctica, extending along a narrow strip of land between the Andes Mountains and the Pacific Ocean. According to the 2024 census, Chile had an enumerated population of 18.5 million. The country covers a territorial area of 756,102 square kilometers (291,933 sq mi), sharing borders with Peru to the north, Bolivia to the northeast, Argentina to the east, and the Drake Passage to the south. It also administers several Pacific islands, including Juan Fernández, Isla Salas y Gómez, Desventuradas, and Easter Island, and claims about 1,250,000 square kilometers (480,000 sq mi) of Antarctica as the Chilean Antarctic Territory. The capital and largest city is Santiago, and the official and national language is Spanish.

CapitalSantiago

RegionSouth America

Population19.9M

Area756,102 km²

CurrencyChilean peso (1 USD ≈ 981.67 CLP)

LanguagesSpanish

Calling code+56

Drives on theright

TimezoneSantiago (UTC-3)

Nearest airportComodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL), 16 km

Emergency number130 / 131 / 132 / 133 / 134

UNESCO sites9

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$17,995 (2025)

Tourist arrivals5.4M (2019)

Climate in Santiago

Warmest January, coolest June, driest January, sunniest December. Best time to visit: January, February, March, November, December.

Monthly climate normals for Santiago, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	31.1°C	16.7°C	0mm	426h
February	30.7°C	16°C	0mm	371h
March	29°C	14.8°C	0mm	366h
April	25°C	12.9°C	12mm	302h
May	21.5°C	11°C	10mm	274h
June	13.9°C	6.5°C	125mm	166h
July	14.6°C	7°C	83mm	210h
August	16.2°C	6.8°C	10mm	306h
September	20.1°C	9.1°C	5mm	314h
October	23.7°C	10.5°C	2mm	381h
November	26.7°C	12.1°C	2mm	374h
December	29.3°C	13.9°C	0mm	429h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Chile is a country in South America. Chile occupies a long, narrow strip of land between the Andes and the Pacific Ocean.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Chinchorro culture
Chinchorro mummies
Churches of Chiloé
Historic Quarter of the Seaport City of Valparaíso
Humberstone and Santa Laura Saltpeter Works
Inca road system
Rapa Nui National Park
Settlement and Artificial Mummification of the Chinchorro Culture in the Arica and Parinacota Region
Sewell

Upcoming public holidays

October 31, 2026Día Nacional de las Iglesias Evangélicas y Protestantes

November 1, 2026Día de Todos los Santos

December 8, 2026Inmaculada Concepción

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