ZimbabweChile: Visa required

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Do Zimbabwe passport holders need a visa for Chile?

Visa required

Yes. Zimbabwe 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

Distance9,959 km, straight line (~12h 13m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Chile138 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Chile passport holders visiting Zimbabwe: Visa on arrival.

Chile drives on the right, the opposite side to Zimbabwe. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

Visa-free alternatives near Chile

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

Other visa-free destinations for Zimbabwe passport holders

See all Zimbabwe destinations →

Frequently asked questions

Do Zimbabwe passport holders need a visa for Chile?

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

How far is Chile from Zimbabwe?

About 9,959 km in a straight line, roughly ~12h 13m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Chile?

Chilean peso (CLP).

What is the emergency number in Chile?

130 / 131 / 132 / 133 / 134.

Does Chile drive on the same side of the road as Zimbabwe?

Chile drives on the right, the opposite side to Zimbabwe. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

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 Zimbabwe passport holders visit without a visa instead of Chile?

Ecuador, Suriname, Guyana, Trinidad and Tobago, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Barbados.

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 Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe, officially the Republic of Zimbabwe, is a landlocked country in Southeast Africa, between the Zambezi and Limpopo River, bordered by South Africa to the south, Botswana to the southwest, Zambia to the north, and Mozambique to the east. The capital and largest city is Harare, and the second largest is Bulawayo.

CapitalHarare

RegionEastern Africa

Population17M

Area390,757 km²

CurrencyBotswana pula, Chinese yuan, Euro, British pound, Indian rupee, Japanese yen, United States dollar, South African rand, Zimbabwean bonds (1 USD ≈ 13.69 BWP)

LanguagesChibarwe, English, Kalanga, Khoisan, Ndau, Northern Ndebele, Chewa, Shona, Sotho, Tonga, Tswana, Tsonga, Venda, Xhosa, Zimbabwean Sign Language

Calling code+263

Drives on theleft

TimezoneHarare (UTC+2)

Nearest airportRobert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport (HRE), 12 km

Emergency number993 / 994 / 995 / 999

UNESCO sites5

Income levelLower middle income

GDP per capita$3,021 (2025)

Tourist arrivals639K (2020)

Climate in Harare

Warmest November, coolest July, driest May, sunniest November. Best time to visit: March, April, September.

Monthly climate normals for Harare, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	26.2°C	16.5°C	204mm	326h
February	24.4°C	16°C	140mm	294h
March	25.1°C	14.4°C	21mm	329h
April	24.6°C	13.6°C	9mm	334h
May	23.1°C	10.6°C	0mm	338h
June	20.2°C	9.2°C	3mm	293h
July	20.4°C	7.4°C	0mm	329h
August	24.5°C	10.7°C	0mm	345h
September	27.2°C	13.2°C	0mm	334h
October	28.2°C	15.3°C	42mm	355h
November	29.6°C	17.8°C	60mm	357h
December	23.7°C	16.7°C	223mm	269h

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

Zimbabwe is a landlocked country in Southern Africa. For those looking to travel in Africa, Zimbabwe is a great starting place. It is rich in fauna and flora and has numerous ancient stone cities including the largest in Africa south of the Sahara, Great Zimbabwe. Its border with Zambia is formed by the Zambezi River which when in full flood drops as the world's largest curtain of falling water at the mighty Victoria Falls which is a major tourist attraction.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Great Zimbabwe
Khami
Mana Pools National Park, Sapi and Chewore Safari Areas
Matobo Hills
Mosi-oa-Tunya / Victoria Falls

Upcoming public holidays

December 22, 2026Unity Day

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

December 26, 2026Boxing Day

Full source list on About.

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

Full source list on About.