Passport/Visa | Passport Required? | Visa Required? | Return Ticket Required? |
| British | Yes | No/1 | Yes |
| Australian | Yes | 1/2 | Yes |
| Canadian | Yes | 1/2 | Yes |
| USA | Yes | 1/2 | Yes |
| Other EU | Yes | No/1 | Yes |
Passport NotePassports issued
to children must contain a photo and state the nationality.
2. Nationals of Australia, Canada and the USA entering Chile for tourist purposes will be charged a processing fee payable on arrival and in cash only. For nationals of the USA, the fee is US$100; for nationals of Canada, the fee is US$132; and for nationals of Australia, the fee is US$56.
PassportsPassport valid for at least six months required by nationals referred to in the chart above.
VisasA visa is not required by the following:
(a)
1. nationals of countries mentioned in the chart above for a tourist stay of up to 90 days (except nationals of Greece, who can stay up to 60 days);
(b) transit passengers continuing their journey on the same or first connecting aircraft provided holding required travel documents for onward destination and not leaving the airport transit lounge.
Note: Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements (see
General Info).
WarningMost visits to Chile are trouble-free but travelers should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate international terrorist attacks, which could be against civilian targets, including places frequented by foreigners.
The area of Aysen, in the far South, has been experiencing repeated seismic activity since the beginning of April 2007. Visitors are advised to monitor the local press for government warnings and updates. Please also refer to the national emergency website (website:
www.onemi.cl) for further information.
Minefields are located in regions I, II and XII. It is recommended to check with the local authorities before traveling to the border areas of these regions.
Travelers should be aware that in past years on 29 March (Day of the Combatant), there have been demonstrations and incidents of violence between police and protestors. The urban centers most likely to be affected are Santiago, Concepcion, Temuco and Antofagasta. In Santiago, there is a particular likelihood of demonstrations in Villa Francia, Poblacion La Bandera, Poblacion La Legua and Poblacion La Pincoya. Take care to avoid any area in which large crowds are gathering.
In March 2007, the World Health Organization verified reports of Dengue Fever in Chile. Minimise exposure to mosquito bites by covering up and using repellents.
This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organizations for the latest travel advice:
British Foreign and Commonwealth Office Tel: 0845 850 2829.
Website:
www.fco.gov.uk US Department of State Website:
http://travel.state.gov/travel Health | Special Precautions | Certificate Required? |
| Yellow Fever | 1 | No |
| Cholera | No | No |
| Typhoid and Polio | 2 | N/A |
| Malaria | No | N/A |
Health CareHealth insurance is essential. Emergency services can be dialed free (tel: (2) 131 for an ambulance), but for medical emergencies, private services may deliver more modern equipment and a faster response.
HELP (tel: (2) 631 0310) is an ambulance service for some of Santiago’s private hospitals.
Clínicas (private hospitals) can be contacted directly in the case of a medical emergency.
Note1Immunization against Yellow Fever is required if going to Easter Island within six days of visiting infected countries.
2Immunization against typhoid and Polio are sometimes advised.
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