ChileAlgeria: Visa required

ChileAlgeria

Do Chile passport holders need a visa for Algeria?

Visa required

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

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

Source: mfa.gov.dz (checked August 6, 2026).

RequirementVisa required

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-14

Distance10,917 km, straight line (~13h 21m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Algeria1 of 242 nationalities tracked

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

Visa-free alternatives near Algeria

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

Other visa-free destinations for Chile passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Chile passport holders need a visa for Algeria?

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

How far is Algeria from Chile?

About 10,917 km in a straight line, roughly ~13h 21m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Algeria?

Algerian dinar (DZD).

What is the emergency number in Algeria?

1055 / 14 / 1548 / 17.

What time zone is Algeria in?

Algiers (UTC+1).

What is the nearest airport to Algiers?

Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG), about 15 km away.

How many countries can enter Algeria without a visa?

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

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

Andorra, Spain, Monaco, Morocco, Italy, Malta.

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 ≈ 981.82 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	16.8°C	0mm	426h
February	30.7°C	16.1°C	0mm	371h
March	29°C	14.9°C	0mm	366h
April	24.9°C	13°C	11mm	302h
May	21.5°C	11.1°C	10mm	274h
June	13.9°C	6.6°C	126mm	166h
July	14.6°C	7.1°C	83mm	210h
August	16.1°C	6.8°C	10mm	306h
September	20.1°C	9.2°C	5mm	314h
October	23.7°C	10.6°C	2mm	381h
November	26.6°C	12.2°C	2mm	374h
December	29.3°C	14.1°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

September 18, 2026Fiestas Patrias

September 19, 2026Día de las Glorias del Ejército

October 12, 2026Día del Descubrimiento de Dos Mundos

Full source list on About.

About Algeria

Algeria, officially the People's Democratic Republic of Algeria, is a country in the Maghreb region of North Africa. Spanning over 2,381,741 square kilometres (919,595 sq mi), it is the largest country in Africa and the tenth largest in the world. It is bordered to the northeast by Tunisia; to the east by Libya; to the southeast by Niger; to the southwest by Mali, Mauritania, and Western Sahara; to the west by Morocco; and to the north by the Mediterranean Sea. With a population of over 47 million, Algeria is the tenth-most populous country in Africa. Its capital and largest city is Algiers.

CapitalAlgiers

RegionNorthern Africa

Population47.4M

Area2,381,741 km²

CurrencyAlgerian dinar (1 USD ≈ 134.57 DZD)

LanguagesArabic

Calling code+213

Drives on theright

TimezoneAlgiers (UTC+1)

Nearest airportHouari Boumediene Airport (ALG), 15 km

Emergency number1055 / 14 / 1548 / 17

UNESCO sites8

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$6,051 (2025)

Tourist arrivals591K (2020)

Climate in Algiers

Warmest August, coolest January, driest July, sunniest July. Best time to visit: May, June, July, August, October.

Monthly climate normals for Algiers, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	16.1°C	7.1°C	39mm	260h
February	18.9°C	8.9°C	3mm	288h
March	19.1°C	10.6°C	53mm	289h
April	20.2°C	12.7°C	61mm	282h
May	24.8°C	15.5°C	20mm	375h
June	27.3°C	17.8°C	5mm	402h
July	30.3°C	20.7°C	0mm	415h
August	31.6°C	21.9°C	12mm	376h
September	27.9°C	19.2°C	53mm	329h
October	24.1°C	14.5°C	29mm	313h
November	21.6°C	13°C	44mm	233h
December	16.8°C	9.2°C	100mm	240h

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

Algeria is the largest country in Africa. Overlooked by many travellers, the country is bursting with beauty waiting to be discovered. From the bustling markets of Algiers to the pristine beaches of its Mediterranean coast, from the jaw-droppingly beautiful mountains of the north to the mesmerising deep reaches of the Sahara desert to the south, there is something for almost everyone to explore. Enjoy traditional cuisine, explore the ancient ruins, take in the breathtaking views, and then breathe in a world where few travellers tread. Algeria, and in particular Algerian hospitality, will leave a lasting impression on your heart and mind.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Casbah of Algiers
Djemila
M'zab
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Qal'at Bani Hammad
Tassili n'Ajjer
Timgad
Tipasa

Upcoming public holidays

November 1, 2026Revolution Day

January 1, 2027New Year's Day

January 12, 2027Amazigh New Year

Full source list on About.