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United Arab Emirates to Chile visa requirements

Q: How long can I stay in Chile without a visa?

Up to 90 days per entry under the Permanencia Transitoria regime. This can usually be extended once for a further 90 days via SERMIG.

Q: Is Chile part of the Schengen area or does ETIAS apply?

No. Chile is in South America and is not a Schengen country. The Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply to travel to Chile.

Q: What is the Tourist Card (Tarjeta de Turismo)?

It is the document issued free of charge by Chile's investigative police (PDI) on arrival. Keep it safe, as you must surrender it when you leave Chile.

Q: Is there a reciprocity or entry fee for UAE travelers?

No. Chile abolished its reciprocity entry fees, and none applies to UAE passport holders.

Q: What documents should I carry on arrival?

A valid passport, a return or onward ticket, and ideally proof of accommodation and sufficient funds, which immigration may request.

United Arab Emirates ordinary passport holders do NOT need a visa to visit Chile for tourism. They may enter visa-free for up to 90 days under Chile's Permanencia Transitoria (short-stay) regime, receiving a Tourist Card (Tarjeta de Turismo) on arrival. As of 2026-05-31, Emirati (UAE) ordinary passport holders enjoy visa-free entry to Chile for short tourist stays of up to 90 days. Chile is in South America and is NOT part of the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply to a trip to Chile. On arrival, travelers are granted a "Permanencia Transitoria" (transitory stay) permit and issued a Tourist Card (Tarjeta de Turismo) by the Policia de Investigaciones (PDI). The card must be kept and surrendered on departure. The 90-day stay can typically be extended once for a further 90 days at Chile's immigration service (SERMIG) for a fee, or by a short border exit and re-entry. Chile abolished its reciprocity/entry fees for affected nationalities years ago, and no reciprocity fee applies to UAE travelers. Passports should be valid for the duration of stay (six months' validity is recommended). Travelers should be prepared to show proof of onward/return travel and sufficient funds. Because UAE nationals already hold a strong passport with broad visa-free access, no advance application, eVisa, or visa-on-arrival is required for Chile tourism within the 90-day window. If conflicting information is seen from third-party visa agencies, the authoritative position is that of Chile's immigration service and consular network, which confirm visa-exempt short-stay tourism for this nationality.

VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-06-18

For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.

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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-06-18

Visa type

Visa-free short stay (Permanencia Transitoria / Tourist Card)

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days per entry

per entry

Entries

Multiple

from issue date

Visa fee

No visa fee (USD 0)

consular fee only

Processing time

None - granted on arrival

standard track

Validity

Stay valid 90 days; extendable once for a further 90 days

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm passport validity

Ensure your UAE ordinary passport is valid for your entire stay; six months' validity beyond arrival is recommended for international travel.

· Passport· 6 months recommended

/02

Book travel and accommodation

Arrange return or onward flights and lodging. Immigration may ask for proof of onward travel and that your visit is for tourism.

· Return ticket· Hotel booking

/03

Prepare supporting documents

Carry evidence of sufficient funds for your stay and your accommodation/itinerary details in case immigration requests them.

· Proof of funds· Itinerary

/04

Arrive and clear immigration

Present your passport at a Chilean port of entry. As a visa-exempt national you are admitted without a visa under the Permanencia Transitoria regime.

· No visa needed· Tourism purpose

/05

Receive your Tourist Card

The Policia de Investigaciones (PDI) issues a Tourist Card (Tarjeta de Turismo). Keep it safe - you must surrender it when you leave Chile.

· Tarjeta de Turismo· Keep until exit

/06

Stay within 90 days or extend

Depart within 90 days, or apply to SERMIG to extend for up to a further 90 days before your initial period expires.

· 90 days· Extension via SERMIG

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

11 items

Personalized checklist

United Arab Emirates -> Chile · Visa-free short stay (Permanencia Transitoria / Tourist Card)

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RecommendedUAE ordinary passport valid for the full stay (6 months recommended)

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredReturn or onward flight ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RecommendedProof of accommodation (hotel/host details)

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RecommendedEvidence of sufficient funds for the stay

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

recommended

RequiredTourist Card (Tarjeta de Turismo) received on arrival and kept until departure

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RecommendedTravel/medical insurance for the trip

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

OptionalTravel itinerary or planned activities

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

optional

OptionalContact details for your accommodation or sponsor in Chile

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

optional

ConditionalOfficial application form or online application

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

Visa-free routes usually do not require a visa form; submit any arrival card or authorization if required.

RequiredConfirmed onward ticket

Ticket or booking showing departure from the transit country within the allowed window

Airlines commonly check this before boarding.

RequiredVisa or entry proof for final destination

Visa, residence permit, eTA, or visa-free proof for the next country

Transit permission can be refused if onward admissibility is unclear.

Official sourcesChile Servicio Nacional de Migraciones (SERMIG) - Tourists / Permanencia Transitoria Chile Servicio Nacional de Migraciones (SERMIG) - Stay extension Chilean Consular Service - Visa fee table

Application link included: Chilean Consular Service - Visa fee table

Open link

/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Tourist visa feeUSD 0No visa is required for UAE passport holders for stays up to 90 days.

Tourist Card (Tarjeta de Turismo)USD 0Issued free of charge on arrival by the PDI.

Reciprocity / entry feeUSD 0Chile's reciprocity entry fees have been abolished; none applies to UAE travelers.

Stay extension (optional)USD 100 equivalent in CLPOptional fee paid when applying to SERMIG to extend the 90-day stay; children and adolescents are exempt, and the CLP amount varies with exchange rate.

Total estimate0 — 0incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free entry on arrival

Immediate at port of entry

No prior application. The Permanencia Transitoria permit and Tourist Card are granted at immigration upon arrival.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Visit longer than 90 days

The visa-free allowance covers only 90 days. Stays beyond this require an extension or an appropriate visa.

Medium

/02

Non-tourism purpose

Work, study, or paid activities are not covered by the tourist exemption and require the relevant visa.

Medium

/03

Insufficient proof of onward travel or funds

Immigration officers can deny entry if you cannot show a return/onward ticket or means to support your stay.

Low

/04

Passport validity or condition issues

A damaged passport or one expiring during the stay can lead to refusal at the border.

Low

/05

Lost Tourist Card

Losing the Tarjeta de Turismo can cause delays at departure; a replacement must be requested from the PDI.

Low

/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01

Immigration

Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.

/02

Customs

Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.

/03

Connectivity

Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.

/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024

2026-06-19

Reviewed by Claude Code

Second-pass review: re-verified the evidence chain against official sources; key facts confirmed and checked-date refreshed.

2026-06-18

Chile extension fee and sources corrected

Replaced secondary sources with official Chile consular/SERMIG references and updated the optional stay-extension fee to USD 100 equivalent in Chilean pesos.

2026-05-30

United Arab Emirates to Chile route verified

Confirmed UAE ordinary passport holders enter Chile visa-free for up to 90 days (Permanencia Transitoria / Tourist Card). Chile is not Schengen; ETIAS does not apply. Reciprocity fee confirmed abolished.

/09 — The questions