Guide to travel to Chile

Looking for a guide to travel to Chile? If you still don’t know What is needed to travel to Chile, we are going to explain everything you have to prepare for entering and leaving Chile. general information and Requirements to travel to Chile with its customs, laws and limitations in the customs of Chile. You have available this travel guide with the emergency telephone numbers, the best time to travel to chile and everything you need to know to travel safely.

CHILE DATA

Capital	Chili (See map)
Languages	Spanish
Currency	Chilean peso

Chile general information

With the current situation you may have to fill out some kind of form to travel to Chile or covid Chile requirements, so we recommend you check What is needed to travel to Chile or any destination in the country in this travel guide.

• The requirements of the countries are constantly changing, so it is recommended to consult the official pages of the competent government authorities in the country of destination, as well as the information provided by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) https://www.iatatravelcentre.com/world.php
• It is highly recommended to periodically consult the information published on the site https://saludresponde.minsal.cl/plan-frontera-protegida/, in order to know if you meet the conditions to travel to the country and, where appropriate, obtain information on all the necessary requirements to enter Chilean territory without setbacks. The requirements may vary depending on your personal circumstances and the date of your trip.
• Always carry a copy of your Mexican passport and an official photo ID, keep an electronic copy of them.

Guide to travel to Chile entry requirements

These are the Chilean entry requirements:

• Passport valid for at least 6 months at the time of entry and until the date your trip ends.
• Additionally, the personnel of the Investigative Police (PDI) in the migratory filters could ask you to prove the following:
  • That you have enough money to finance your stay.
  • That you have family, work or financial ties in the place of origin that allow you to demonstrate your intention to return to your country of origin.
  • Proof of accommodation: hotel reservation or Invitation Letter from a person residing in Chile.
• Once you have been authorized to enter the country, the authorities will give you a “Tourist Card”, which is a document that you must keep with you at all times and must show when you leave the country.

***Remember: It is the exclusive power of the Chilean authorities to grant or deny entry to a foreign person to its territory, even if they have a visa.***

Guide to travel to Chile requirements to leave

Once your stay is over, these are the departure requirements from Chile:

• You must have your Tourist Card as it will be necessary when you leave Chile.
• In case of loss of the Tourist Card, you must process the issuance of a duplicate before the Investigative Police (PDI).
• If you stay longer than authorized, you will be denied leaving the country until your situation is regularized and the corresponding fine is covered. You can calculate your fine and pay online at the following link: https://tramites.extranjeria.gob.cl/

Customs information Chile

The Chilean authorities apply a strict protocol for the review and control of products of animal and vegetable origin that are intended to enter Chile. In order to enter them, they must be declared by the passenger during their flight in an official document provided by the Chilean authority, and must meet a series of sanitary requirements (come in the original factory packaging, specific labeling, among others). The details of the requirements for each product can be found on the website of the authority in charge, the Agricultural and Livestock Service (SAG), at https://www.sag.gob.cl/ambitos-de-accion/productos-de-origen-vegetal-yo-animal-artesanias-y-otros

Chilean local currency

• The legal tender in Chile is the Pthat chilean («$», CLP). The US dollar is accepted in some stores and commercial establishments.
• Throughout the country there are ATMs that accept different types of cards; the most widely accepted are American Express, Visa and Mastercard.

For more information regarding the local currency or payment methods of the country, consult the section recommendations in money to travel abroad..

Chilean customs

Make sure you know the customs of the country so you can know what the best time to visit Chile. Here are the most common.

There is nothing special to take into account.

Is it safe to travel to Chile?

In general terms, Chile is a relatively safe country. However, it is suggested to maintain normal precautions such as not walking alone at night, not wearing jewelry or other luxury items in public places, traveling in groups, and using official transport. Chile experienced a sociopolitical crisis at the end of 2019, in the midst of which various demonstrations and disturbances took place in public spaces. Although this situation was mitigated with the restrictions imposed by Covid-19, it is not ruled out that demonstrations and protests of this nature could occur again. In that case, it is recommended to take extreme precautions and refrain from approaching or participating in these mobilizations, as well as not visiting central places in the city of Santiago, especially Plaza Baquedano (where these demonstrations usually take place).

Chilean Laws

• It is recommended that you always carry a copy of your passport with a visa on hand during your stay in Chile, as well as obtain a copy of them and keep it in a safe place.
• Driving while intoxicated or under the influence of drugs can get you arrested and jailed, depending on where you are.
• The seat belt is mandatory when traveling by car.
• The use of cell phones while driving is prohibited.

Other recommendations in a guide to travel to Chile

• Do not forget to notify your bank that you will travel to Chile, so that they can inform you how to act in case of theft or loss of your credit cards in Chile, or problems that you could have when withdrawing money with your cards abroad.
• Recommendations and more advice by topic or type of traveler, visit the section of recommendations for your trip abroad of this guide to travel to Chile.

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)