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Cape VerdeChile: Visa required

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Do Cape Verde passport holders need a visa for Chile?

Visa required

Yes. Cape Verde passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Chile.

A visa must be obtained in advance, typically from an embassy or consulate, before travel.

Source: consulado.gob.cl (checked July 19, 2026).

    RequirementVisa required
    Maximum stayLength of stay varies
    ScopeTourism, ordinary passport
    Action before travelYes, arrange in advance
    Data as of2026-10-19
    Distance7,342 km, straight line (~9h 8m nonstop)
    Visa-free access to Chile138 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Chile passport holders visiting Cape Verde: Visa required.

Visa-free alternatives near Chile

Cape Verde passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

Other visa-free destinations for Cape Verde passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Cape Verde passport holders need a visa for Chile?

Yes. Cape Verde passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Chile.

How far is Chile from Cape Verde?

About 7,342 km in a straight line, roughly ~9h 8m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Chile?

Chilean peso (CLP).

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.

How many countries can enter Chile without a visa?

138 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Chile visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

What nearby countries can Cape Verde passport holders visit without a visa instead of Chile?

Ecuador, Suriname, Guyana, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Barbados, Saint Lucia.

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.