Chile visa requirements for Burkinabes

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Burkinabes visiting Chile

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Chilean Visa.

  • A Burkina Faso passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Passport-size photographs (45 mm x 45 mm) taken in white background.
  • Travel document.
  • Proof of financial support. e.g.bank statements.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country, e.g. verification from applicant’s employer.
  • A police report showing the traveler does not have a criminal record.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.

Chile Visa for Burkinabes

Facts about Chile

Chile is a long, narrow country along the southern half of the west coast of South America. The main attractions for tourists visiting Chile are the beautiful landscape and natural wonders situated in the extreme zones of the country. National parks and mountains are popular among tourists for hiking and climbing. During the summer, beach resorts are always packed to the rafters as this is the period that foreign tourists flock into the country. Surfing is a prime activity carried out by tourists at the various beach resorts in the country. Tourists can visit some of the highest volcanoes in the world in Chile. Locals in the country are known to be very friendly and welcoming and this is something to look forward to along with the fine wine that can be gotten in the country.
 
Chile was the eighth most visited country in the Americas in 2010. A record number which totaled 6,449,993 international tourists visited Chile in 2017, which was a 13.3% increase from the previous year. The average tourist stayed for about 10 nights. The number of tourists visiting Chile is predicted to surpass the 7 million mark in the years to come.
 
Nationals of the Albania, Andorra, Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Colombia, Costa Rica, Croatia, Denmark, El Salvador, France, Germany, Guatemala, Ireland, Israel, Japan, New Zealand, Russia, San Marino, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Turkey, the United Kingdom, the United States, Uruguay, Vietnam can stay in Chile for up to 90 days visa-free. Citizens of Grenada, Greece, Indonesia, and Peru can stay up to 30 days while nationals from the Dominican Republic have this privilege for up to 21 days.

Types of Chile Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 3 weeks 90 days
Work visa 3 weeks 1 year+

General Requirements for Chile Visa

  • A Burkina Faso passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Passport-size photographs (45 mm x 45 mm) taken in white background.
  • Travel document.
  • Proof of financial support. e.g.bank statements.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country, e.g. verification from applicant’s employer.
  • A police report showing the traveler does not have a criminal record.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.
Chile Tourist visa Chile Work visa

Chile Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Chile tourist visa is for Burkinabés traveling to Chile for tourism purposes.
  • Travelers who overstay their visa should go to the Migration Department of the Ministry of the Interior and Public Security. 
  • If your Tourist Card is lost or stolen, you can get a replacement Tourist Card at any PDI (International Police) Office or at Santiago's international airport. 
  • The local currency is the Chilean Peso (CLP). Amounts exceeding USD10,000 must be declared on arrival and departure. USD can be readily exchanged throughout Chile.
  • When handling local currency, check that you are given the correct change as vendors, including taxi drivers, sometimes swap denominations to either short-change travelers.
  • ATMs are widely available. Contact your bank to find out whether your cards will work in Chile. Credit cards are widely accepted.
  • If you're planning scientific, technical or mountaineering activities in areas classified as 'frontier areas', you need to get authorization from the Chilean government at least 90 days prior to the expedition.
  • Avoid hailing taxis on the street, particularly if traveling alone or at night. Instead, ask your hotel to make a telephone booking for you. Make sure that the driver uses the meter. Rideshare apps are also available. Prepaid official taxis are available at the airport.
  • Penalties for possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs in Chile are severe and include lengthy imprisonment in local jails.
  • Take out comprehensive travel insurance before you depart to cover overseas medical costs, including medical evacuation. Make sure your policy includes adequate coverage for any pre-existing conditions.
  • Remember, regardless of how healthy and fit you are, if you can't afford travel insurance, you can't afford to travel.

Chile Work Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Burkinabés intending to travel to Chile to seek for employment can apply for the Chile student visa. 
  • Prior to beginning your job in Chile, your work permit has to be signed by yourself and your employer, and then notarized at your Chilean consulate.
  • A police clearance certificate (not older than three months) detailing whether the applicant has a criminal record must be provided.
  • Applicants must be between the age of 18 to 35.
  • A medical letter confirming you are free of infectious diseases must be provided and signed by a registered medical practitioner and dated within 30 days prior to the date of application
  • An official letter from your employer to the consul, explaining your role in the company must be provided.
  • Before you send in your paperwork, there are a few details you should be aware of. Your employer has to visit the Chilean Department of Foreign Affairs in order to have his or her signature notarized.
  • You will also have to visit the Chilean consulate to sign your work contract and have it notarized; make an appointment and pay the necessary fee in advance. Pre-signed work contracts are usually not accepted.
  • Your work contract has to follow Chilean law and contain the following phrases:
  • The employer is obligated to reimburse the legally required income tax resulting from the employee’s paid remuneration.
  • The employer is obligated to reimburse the employee’s social security contributions in Chile or abroad.
  • The employer is responsible for paying the employee and his family’s return tickets once the contract is terminated.

Chile Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

150.00 (USD)

Work visa

150.00 (USD)

Chile Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Burkina Faso

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Chile currently does not maintain an embassy in Burkina Faso. Citizens of Burina Faso are advised to use embassies/consulates in their neighboring countries for their applications.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is living in Chile expensive?

Though you could spend less, most visitors will find that they can live reasonably well on $1,500-$2,000 a month in Chile. Low cost is just one reason why Chile is popular with retirees looking for an upscale, cosmopolitan lifestyle on a budget.

When should I go to Chile?

The best time to visit Chile depends on the region you're traveling to. October to March are the warmest and most accessible months for visitors heading to Patagonia, in the south of the country. 

Is Chile safe to visit?

The security environment in Chile is generally safe, and most visitors have left Chile without an incident. Nonetheless, street crime and scams are common, especially in Santiago, Valparaiso, Antofagasta, Calama, and Iquique. Be aware of your surroundings at all times like you would do in any large city.

Is English widely spoken in Chile?

English is widely spoken in most established tourist destinations in Chile. Tour guides also almost always speak English.