Chile visa requirements for Filipinos

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Filipinos visiting Chile

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

  • A passport with a validity of not less than 6 months from the intended period of exit from Chile.
  • The passport should have at least two blank pages for necessary stamps.
  • Two recent passport-sized photographs with a white background 45mm x 45mm
  • The photo should follow the specification for a visa application.
  • Bank statement from three months prior to the period of visa application. This is proof of a steady and continuous flow of funds.
  • A correctly filled and completed visa application form duly signed by the visa applicant.
  • Travel insurance which has sufficient medical coverage. 
  • The insurance should be valid for the duration of your stay in Chile
  • Proof of accommodation for the period you will be staying in Chile.
  • Travel itinerary.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Payment of the prescribed visa fees.

Chile Visa for Filipinos

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
Business visa 15-20 days 90 days(can be extended)
Tourist visa 15-20 days 90 days(can be extended)
Work visa 15-20 days 90 days(can be extended)

General Requirements for Chile Visa

  • A passport with a validity of not less than 6 months from the intended period of exit from Chile.
  • The passport should have at least two blank pages for necessary stamps.
  • Two recent passport-sized photographs with a white background 45mm x 45mm
  • The photo should follow the specification for a visa application.
  • Bank statement from three months prior to the period of visa application. This is proof of a steady and continuous flow of funds.
  • A correctly filled and completed visa application form duly signed by the visa applicant.
  • Travel insurance which has sufficient medical coverage. 
  • The insurance should be valid for the duration of your stay in Chile
  • Proof of accommodation for the period you will be staying in Chile.
  • Travel itinerary.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Payment of the prescribed visa fees.
Chile Business visa Chile Tourist visa Chile Work visa

Chile Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is issued to the Philippines traveling to Chile for some business activities.
  • A completed visa application form filled by the applicant.
  • Two passport-sized, biometric photographs with your full name written at the back.
  • A valid passport and a photocopy.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • A letter of invitation from the company in Chile.
  • Proof of business proposal.
  • Proof of police clearance certificate (not older than three months) detailing whether the applicant has a criminal record.
  • A document supporting your reason for applying for this visa (e.g. a work contract).
  • Certificate of health (confirming that the applicant does not have any contagious diseases).
  • Proof of sufficient funds to cover the duration of the stay (e.g. bank statement).

Chile Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is issued to the Philippines traveling to Chile for tourism/sight-seeing
  • A valid passport not more than six months beyond your stay in Chile.
  • Completely visa application form.
  • Payment of the prescribed fees.
  • Proof of a booked flight to Chile and back.
  • A copy of your residence permit (if applicable).
  • A certificate of employment or payslips for the last three months.
  • Two passport-sized photographs with a white background.
  • An invitation from an individual or a company in Chile.
  • Proof of hotel reservation.

Chile Work Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa is issued to the Philippines traveling to work in Chile.
  • A completed application form, including the telephone number of your contact person in Chile.
  • Two passport-sized photographs with a white background.
  • A valid passport and a photocopy.
  • A police clearance certificate (not older than three months) detailing whether the applicant has a criminal record.
  • Curriculum vitae and certificate of experience.
  • Payment of the prescribed visa fees.
  • An official letter from your employer to the consul, explaining your role.
  • Proof of a work contract.
  • Proof of sufficient funds to finance stay.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Proof of educational qualifications.

Chile Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Business visa

150.00 (USD)

Tourist visa

150.00 (USD)

Work visa

150.00 (USD)

Chile Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Philippines

Location

Address

Makati City

17th Floor, Liberty Center Building 104 H.V. de la Costa St. corner Leviste Street Salcedo Village P. O. Box Box 1138, Makati City, Manila, Philippines.

echileph@eastern.com.ph

(+63) (2) 8843 3461

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the official language of Chile?
Chile is predominantly a Spanish-speaking country. Nearly everyone in Chile can speak and understand Spanish. For most people, it is their first language. The dialect of Spanish spoken in Chile shares much of its pronunciation with Andalusian Spanish.

Is it easy to travel around Chile? and what are the best transport options?

Yes, it is easy to travel around Chile simply because the nation is so vast. There are transport options like public transport, you can also hire or rent a car for safe movement around Chile.

Do I need any vaccinations to visit Chile?
No, there are no mandatory standard vaccinations for visiting Chile, you should speak to your GP and check whether you may need any inoculations and make sure you are up-to-date with shots such as typhoid, polio, and tetanus.

When is the best time to visit Chile?
Overall, Chile is a year-round destination, but if you are planning to visit Patagonia you should time your travels for between November and February (the summer months) to avoid the freezing temperatures of winter.

Does a Philippine passport holder require a visa to enter Chile??
Hi Sir/Ma'am, Good day. I would like to ask where can I get visa application form for Chile Visa? Thank you.?