Entry Requirements for U.S. Citizens: Chile
Note: ntry policies can change without notice; confirm with the Embassy of Chile in the United States or the U.S. Department of State before traveling.
Passport & Visa Requirements
- Passport validity: Passport must be valid for the duration of your stay (six months is recommended to avoid airline issues).
- Blank pages: At least one blank passport page is required for entry and exit stamps.
- Visa: No visa is required for U.S. citizens visiting Chile for up to 90 days for tourism or business.
- Extensions: Travelers may apply to extend their stay for an additional 90 days through the Servicio Nacional de Migraciones (Chile's National Migration Service).
Entry Procedures
- Tourist Card (Tarjeta de Turismo): Issued on arrival by Policía de Investigaciones de Chile; must be returned on departure.
- Onward/return ticket: Proof of onward or return travel may be requested by airline staff or immigration officials.
- Immigration stamp: Your passport will be stamped showing your permitted period of stay. Overstaying can result in fines.
Health & Vaccinations
- Routine vaccinations: No mandatory vaccinations are required for travelers arriving from the U.S.
- Yellow fever: Required only if arriving from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission.
- COVID-19: There are no COVID-related entry restrictions (no vaccination or testing requirements as of 2025).
Traveling with Minors
- Parental authorization: Minors who are residents of Chile must present notarized parental consent to leave the country when traveling alone or with only one parent. For visiting U.S. minors, consent letters are not legally required but are strongly recommended if traveling alone or with only one parent.
Additional Restrictions & Considerations
- Currency declaration: Amounts over US$10,000 (or equivalent) must be declared when entering or exiting Chile.
- Security advisory: The U.S. Department of State currently advises Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution in Chile due to occasional civil unrest and crime, mainly in major cities.
- Proof of funds: Immigration officers may ask for proof of sufficient funds to support your stay (not common, but possible).
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