Passport
You will need to have a passport to enter Chile. It can take four to six weeks to get a passport.
Visa
Chile does not require a visa for U.S. citizens traveling to Chile for less than three months.
Administrative Fee
Even though a visa isn't required, you will be charged a $131 reciprocity administrative fee upon entering Chile.
Long-Term Stays
Applications for stays longer than 90 days require a visa. Applications must be accompanied by any supporting documentation, such as offer of employment, letter of invitation, proof of marriage to a Chilean citizen and an explanation of the reason for the trip.
Student Visas
Student visas are available for study in Chilean high schools or universities. Applications must be accompanied by a health certificate that includes an HIV/AIDS test, an FBI background check, four color photos (2-by-2 inches) and a certification of financial support.
Article Written By Ma Wen Jie
Although he grew up in Latin America, Mr. Ma is a writer based in Denver. He has been writing since 1987 and has written for NPR, AP, Boeing, Ford New Holland, Microsoft, RAHCO International, Umax Data Systems and other manufacturers in Taiwan. He studied creative writing at Mankato State University in Minnesota. He speaks fluent Mandarin Chinese, English and reads Spanish.
