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Spain to Chile visa requirements

Q: How long can I stay in Chile?

Up to 90 days per entry. You can request a single extension of up to a further 90 days through the Servicio Nacional de Migraciones.

Q: Is there a reciprocity or entry fee?

No. There is no reciprocity fee or visa fee for Spanish citizens entering Chile as tourists.

Q: Does ETIAS or the Schengen 90/180 rule apply?

No. Chile is in South America, not the Schengen Area, so ETIAS and the Schengen rule do not apply when traveling from Spain to Chile.

Q: What might immigration ask for on arrival?

A valid passport, a return or onward ticket, proof of accommodation, and possibly proof of funds (about USD 46 per day).

Q: What is the Tarjeta Única Migratoria?

It is the tourist entry record issued on arrival. Keep it with your passport and present it when you leave Chile.

Spanish ordinary passport holders do NOT need a visa to visit Chile for tourism. They receive visa-free entry for up to 90 days, granted on arrival at no cost. Spain is on Chile's visa-exemption list for tourism. Holders of an ordinary Spanish passport may enter Chile without a visa and stay up to 90 days for tourism, business meetings, or family visits. On arrival, Chile's immigration police (PDI) stamp the passport and issue a Tarjeta Única Migratoria (the tourist entry record) which must be kept until departure. There is currently no reciprocity fee for Spanish citizens (the old reciprocity fee was abolished and never applied to EU/Spain in any case). The passport should be valid for the duration of stay; a return or onward ticket and proof of sufficient funds (around USD 46 per day) and accommodation may be requested at the border. Stays can be extended once for a further 90 days through the Servicio Nacional de Migraciones for a fee. Note: 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 this Spain-to-Chile direction (ETIAS will instead affect Chileans traveling to Spain/Europe from late 2026). This verdict was confirmed against Chile's official tourism authority (Chile Travel) and corroborating sources.

VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

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 2026-05-30

Visa type

Visa-free (no visa required)

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days per entry

per entry

Entries

Multiple entries permitted

from issue date

Visa fee

Free (no reciprocity fee for Spanish citizens)

consular fee only

Processing time

Granted on arrival (no advance application)

standard track

Validity

Passport valid for the duration of stay recommended

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm passport validity

Ensure your ordinary Spanish passport is valid; carry it valid for the full length of your trip (six months beyond entry is a safe margin some carriers expect).

· Before booking

/02

Book return/onward travel and accommodation

Have a confirmed return or onward ticket and proof of where you will stay, as border officers may request them.

· Documents

/03

Prepare proof of funds

Be ready to show evidence of sufficient funds (roughly USD 46 per day of stay) if asked at immigration.

· Funds

/04

Fill in entry record on arrival

On arrival, complete immigration formalities with the PDI (investigations police). You receive a Tarjeta Única Migratoria / passport stamp recording your tourist entry.

· At border

/05

Keep your entry record safe

Retain the migration card/entry stamp throughout your stay; you must present it when leaving Chile.

· During stay

/06

Extend if staying longer

If you need more than 90 days, request an extension (prórroga de turismo) through the Servicio Nacional de Migraciones before your authorized stay expires.

· Optional

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

10 items

Personalized checklist

Spain -> Chile · Visa-free (no visa required)

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredValid ordinary Spanish passport

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 booking or invitation)

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RecommendedProof of sufficient funds (~USD 46/day)

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

recommended

RequiredTarjeta Única Migratoria / entry stamp (issued on arrival)

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

required

RecommendedTravel/medical insurance

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

recommended

RequiredDeclaration of any animal/plant/food products at customs

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

required

OptionalAddress of stay for SERNATUR registration

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.

RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary

Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it

Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.

Official sourcesChile Travel (official tourism authority) — Entry and visa requirements Chile Travel — Do I need a visa for Chile? Entry requirements for the European Union EEAS (European Union External Action) — Chile: Travel & Study

Application link included: Chile Travel (official tourism authority) — Entry and visa requirements

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Tourist visa fee0No visa required for Spanish citizens

Reciprocity fee0No reciprocity fee applies to Spanish/EU passport holders

Stay extension (prórroga, optional)~USD 100Only if extending beyond 90 days via Servicio Nacional de Migraciones

Total estimate0 — 0incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free entry on arrival

Immediate at border

No advance application; immigration grants up to 90 days on arrival.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Spain is on Chile's visa-exemption list

EU citizens, including Spaniards, are exempt from tourist visa requirements for stays up to 90 days per Chile's tourism authority.

High

/02

Tourism / short visit purpose

Visa-free entry covers tourism, business meetings, and family visits — not paid work or study.

High

/03

No reciprocity fee for Spain

Chile's former reciprocity fee never applied to Spanish citizens and has been abolished generally.

Medium

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Chile is not in Schengen

As a South American country, Chile's rules are independent of the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS.

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

2026-05-30 · major

Spain to Chile route verified

Confirmed visa-free tourist entry up to 90 days for Spanish ordinary passport holders against Chile's official tourism authority and corroborating sources. No reciprocity fee; ETIAS/Schengen rules do not apply to this direction.

/09 — The questions