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Netherlands to Chile visa requirements

Q: How long can a Dutch tourist stay in Chile?

Up to 90 days per entry. The stay can be extended once by a further 90 days through SERMIG if applied for before the initial period ends.

Q: Is there an entry or reciprocity fee?

No. There is no visa fee and no reciprocity fee for EU/Dutch nationals. The Tourist Card issued on arrival is free.

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

It is a document issued for free by Chilean immigration (PDI) on arrival, recording your authorized stay. Keep it safe and present it when you leave Chile.

Q: Does Chile require an eVisa or ETA for Dutch travelers?

No. Chile has no eVisa, ETA, or visa-on-arrival requirement for Dutch tourists. Entry is granted directly at the border.

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

No. Chile is in South America and is not part of the Schengen area, so neither the Schengen rule nor EU ETIAS applies to entering Chile. ETIAS instead affects Chilean citizens traveling to Europe.

Dutch ordinary passport holders do NOT need a visa to visit Chile for tourism. They can enter visa-free and stay for up to 90 days, receiving a Tourist Card (Tarjeta de Turismo) on arrival. Netherlands is an EU member state, and all EU nationals are exempt from visa requirements for short tourist visits to Chile under the "Permanencia Transitoria" (transitory stay) framework set out in Chile's Migration Law No. 21.325. A Dutch ordinary passport holder may enter Chile for tourism without any prior visa or travel authorization and stay for up to 90 days. On arrival, immigration (Policía de Investigaciones, PDI) issues a free Tourist Card (Tarjeta de Turismo) valid for the duration of the authorized stay; it must be kept and presented on departure. Chile does not operate an eVisa, ETA, or visa-on-arrival scheme for Dutch tourists, and there is no reciprocity/entry fee for European Union nationals (Chile's former reciprocity fee never applied to EU citizens and was discontinued generally). Travelers should hold a passport valid for the duration of stay (six months' validity is widely recommended), and border officers may ask for proof of onward/return travel and sufficient funds. The 90-day stay can be extended once for another 90 days through the Servicio Nacional de Migraciones (SERMIG), subject to a fee. Note that Chile is in South America and is NOT part of the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and EU ETIAS do not apply to entering Chile; ETIAS instead concerns Chilean citizens traveling to Europe.

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 (Tourist Card / Tarjeta de Turismo on arrival)

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days per entry

per entry

Entries

Multiple (each visit up to 90 days)

from issue date

Visa fee

Free (no visa or entry fee for EU/Dutch nationals)

consular fee only

Processing time

None - granted at the border on arrival

standard track

Validity

Tourist Card valid for the authorized stay (up to 90 days); extendable once by 90 days

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm your passport validity

Ensure your Dutch ordinary passport is valid for the whole of your stay; six months' validity beyond entry is widely recommended to avoid any border issues.

· Before travel· Passport

/02

Book onward or return travel

Have a confirmed return or onward ticket out of Chile. Border officers may ask to see proof that you intend to leave within the authorized period.

· Proof of exit

/03

Prepare supporting documents

Carry proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation) and evidence of sufficient funds (bank statements, cards) for the duration of your stay.

· Funds· Accommodation

/04

Arrive and clear immigration

On arrival at a Chilean port of entry, present your passport to the PDI. No advance visa or online authorization is required for Dutch tourists.

· At the border

/05

Receive and keep your Tourist Card

Immigration issues a Tourist Card (Tarjeta de Turismo) recording your authorized stay of up to 90 days. Keep it safe - you must present it when leaving Chile.

· Tarjeta de Turismo

/06

Extend if needed (optional)

If you wish to stay beyond 90 days, apply for a single 90-day extension (prórroga) through SERMIG before your initial period expires.

· Optional· SERMIG

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

11 items

Personalized checklist

Netherlands -> Chile · Visa-free (Tourist Card / Tarjeta de Turismo on arrival)

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RecommendedDutch ordinary passport valid for the duration of stay (6 months recommended)

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

required

RequiredConfirmed return or onward flight ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredProof of sufficient funds for the stay

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

required

RecommendedProof of accommodation (hotel booking or host invitation)

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RequiredTourist Card (Tarjeta de Turismo) issued 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

RecommendedContact details and address in Chile

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

recommended

OptionalEvidence of purpose of visit (tourism itinerary)

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

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.

RecommendedTravel medical insurance

Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates

Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.

Official sourcesServicio Nacional de Migraciones (SERMIG) - Tourists Chile Travel (official tourism board) - Entry and visa requirements EEAS (EU Delegation to Chile) - Travel & Study

Application link included: Chile Travel (official tourism board) - Entry and visa requirements

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Tourist visaUSD 0No visa required for Dutch/EU nationals for short tourist stays

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

Reciprocity / entry feeUSD 0Not applicable to EU nationals; Chile no longer charges a reciprocity fee

Stay extension (prórroga, optional)~USD 100Only if extending the 90-day stay; paid to SERMIG, amount varies

Total estimate0 — 0incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

On-arrival entry (no application)

Immediate at the border

Visa-free entry granted on arrival; the Tourist Card is issued at the immigration counter with no prior application.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

EU citizen visa exemption

As a Netherlands (EU) national, you fall under Chile's visa-waiver for short tourist stays and need no advance visa.

High

/02

Tourism within 90 days

Visits for tourism, family, or similar purposes up to 90 days are covered by the Permanencia Transitoria (transitory stay) permit.

High

/03

No eVisa, ETA, or VOA scheme

Chile does not require Dutch tourists to obtain any electronic authorization or visa on arrival.

Medium

/04

No reciprocity fee for EU nationals

Chile's former reciprocity fee never applied to European Union citizens, so entry is free of charge.

Medium

/05

Tourist Card issued at the border

A free Tarjeta de Turismo documents the authorized stay and must be retained for departure.

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

Netherlands to Chile route verified

Confirmed visa-free entry for Dutch ordinary passport holders for up to 90 days against Chile's Servicio Nacional de Migraciones (SERMIG) and Chile's visa policy. No eVisa, ETA, VOA, or reciprocity fee applies.

/09 — The questions