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Chile Visa for United Kingdom Citizens 2026

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UK citizens can enter Chile visa-free for tourism for up to 90 days per visit; no pre-arrival visa is required, but you must meet standard entry requirements and may be asked to show funds, a return or onward ticket, and accommodation details.

Guide last updated September 5, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport validity: Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from date of entry and have at least 1 blank page.
  • Specific forms: For tourism under visa exemption, there is no pre-arrival visa form; border officers may request standard entry documents. Verify current requirements at https://www.extranjeria.gob.cl/ before travel.
  • Financial proof: Border officers may ask for evidence of sufficient funds. A practical guideline is to have access to around USD 50–70 per day of stay, plus return/onward travel costs; carry recent bank statements or a credit card as evidence.
  • Accommodation and return ticket: Have confirmed accommodation details for your stay and a return or onward ticket to show at entry.
  • Photo spec: If a photo is needed for border processing, provide a recent passport-style photo (size commonly 35x45 mm) with a white background.
  • Biometrics: Generally not required before travel for visa-free entry; border officers may collect biometric data on arrival if applicable.
  • Travel health insurance: Strongly recommended but not mandatory; ensure it covers medical treatment and repatriation for the duration of your stay.

Visa types

  • Tourism (Exención de visa para turismo): Official name: Exención de visa para turismo. Validity: Up to 90 days per visit. Max stay per entry: 90 days. Entry: Single entry. Approximate fee: 0 CLP (no visa fee); USD equivalent 0.
  • Business (Visa de negocios): Official name: Visa de negocios. Validity: Up to 1 year; max stay per visit typically 90 days; entry: multiple entries depend on adjudication. Approximate fee: 50,000–60,000 CLP (~USD 60–70).
  • Student (Visa de Estudiante): Official name: Visa de Estudiante. Validity: Duration of studies as approved; typically multiple entries with extension possibilities. Approximate fee: 50,000–100,000 CLP (~USD 60–120).
  • Work (Visa de Trabajo): Official name: Visa de Trabajo. Validity: Up to 2 years with possible extensions; entry: multiple entries depending on visa type. Approximate fee: 90,000–150,000 CLP (~USD 110–180).
  • Working Holiday (Visa Vacaciones y Trabajo): Official name: Visa Vacaciones y Trabajo. Validity: 12–24 months; entry: single or multiple depending on grant. Approximate fee: 60,000–90,000 CLP (~USD 75–110).
  • Note: Availability and exact terms vary; always check the Chilean official portals and the local embassy/consulate.

Entry conditions

  • How to apply: For visa-free tourism, there is no pre-approval process in the UK; you will be checked at border on arrival.
  • How many days you can stay: Up to 90 days per visit for tourism; extensions may be possible by applying to the Servicio Nacional de Migraciones while in Chile (before your current stay expires).
  • Work restrictions: Working while on a visa-free stay is not allowed unless you have an appropriate work visa; obtain the correct visa before starting any employment.
  • What to show on arrival: Passport, proof of funds, return/onward ticket, and accommodation details; border officer may request additional documents.
  • Extension options: Extensions are not guaranteed and are assessed by Migraciones; apply in Chile before the initial stay expires if you plan to extend.

Fees & processing time

  • Visa fee: 0 CLP (visa-free for tourism); other visa types have applicable fees as listed in Section 2.
  • VFS/BLS service fee: Not applicable for visa-free entry; processing is at the border/arrival point.
  • Total cost estimate: 0 for tourism entry; additional costs apply only if applying for a paid visa type.
  • Standard processing time: Not applicable for visa-free entry; border processing is typically instant to a few hours depending on queues and checks.
  • Express/priority option: Not applicable for visa-free entry.

Tips for United Kingdom travelers

  • How far in advance to apply: Not required to obtain a visa for tourism; ensure passport validity and has sufficient funds before travel.
  • Common rejection reasons for United Kingdom applicants specifically: As visa-free travelers, refusals would stem from border control decisions if the traveler cannot satisfy entry requirements (insufficient funds, absence of return/onward ticket, unclear purpose, or passport issues).
  • VFS/BLS vs direct embassy application: Not applicable for standard tourism entries; no prior visa appointment is needed unless you are applying for a paid visa category (check consulate guidance).
  • Travel advisories or bilateral notes: Check the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office travel advice for Chile before travel; stay informed about any health, security, or entry requirement changes; Chile maintains a visa-free regime for many nationalities but entry is at the discretion of border control.
  • Extension options inside Chile: Extensions may be granted by the Servicio Nacional de Migraciones; apply before current stay expires and provide justification for extension; approval is not guaranteed.

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

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