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Poland to Chile visa requirements

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

Up to 90 days per entry. This can be extended once, for up to a further 90 days, by applying to SERMIG and paying a USD 100 fee.

Q: Is there an entry fee or reciprocity tax for Polish travelers?

No. There is no entry fee or reciprocity tax for Polish or other EU nationals entering Chile as tourists.

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

No. Chile is in South America and is not part of the Schengen area, so ETIAS and the Schengen 90/180 short-stay rule do not apply to entering Chile.

Q: What documents should I carry on arrival?

A valid passport, a return or onward ticket, proof of accommodation, and evidence of sufficient funds (Chile references around USD 46 per day). Keep your Tarjeta Unica Migratoria (TUM) for departure.

Q: Can I work in Chile on this visa-free entry?

No. The transitory stay permit is for tourism and similar short visits only. Working requires an appropriate work or residence permit.

Polish ordinary passport holders do NOT need a visa to visit Chile for tourism. They enter under the visa-free "Permanencia Transitoria" (transitory stay) permit and may remain for up to 90 days. As a member of the European Union, Poland enjoys visa-free entry to Chile for short tourist stays. Polish ordinary passport holders are not required to obtain any prior visa, eVisa, or electronic travel authorization; on arrival they are granted the "Permanencia Transitoria" (transitory stay) permit allowing a tourist stay of up to 90 days. There is no entry fee for nationals of EU countries (Chile abolished the reciprocity "tourist tax" that once applied to some nationalities, and it never applied to Poland). 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 entering Chile. Travelers should hold a passport valid for the duration of the stay, proof of onward/return travel, evidence of accommodation, and proof of sufficient funds (Chilean authorities reference roughly USD 46 per day). The 90-day permit can be extended once, for up to a further 90 days, by applying to SERMIG online and paying a USD 100 extension fee. Note that a separate, simple entry form and onward-ticket rule applies if onward travel includes Rapa Nui (Easter Island).

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 entry (Permanencia Transitoria / transitory stay permit granted on arrival)

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days per entry

per entry

Entries

Multiple entries permitted; permit granted at each arrival

from issue date

Visa fee

Free (no entry or reciprocity fee for Polish/EU nationals)

consular fee only

Processing time

None required in advance; permit issued at the border on arrival

standard track

Validity

Stay of up to 90 days; extendable once for up to 90 more days (USD 100)

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm your passport is valid

Ensure your Polish ordinary passport is valid for the full duration of your intended stay in Chile. A machine-readable passport is recommended.

· Passport· Before booking

/02

Book onward/return travel and accommodation

Arrange a return or onward ticket and confirmed accommodation (hotel booking or a notarized invitation letter), as Chilean immigration may request proof.

· Return ticket· Accommodation

/03

Prepare proof of funds

Carry evidence of sufficient funds to support your stay. Chilean authorities reference around USD 46 per day (e.g., bank statements or card).

· ~USD 46/day· Bank statement

/04

Travel to Chile - no visa needed

Fly to Chile without applying for any visa or electronic authorization in advance. Poland is on Chile's visa-exempt list.

· No prior visa· Visa-free

/05

Receive your Permanencia Transitoria permit at the border

At the port of entry, present your passport. Immigration grants the transitory (tourist) stay permit for up to 90 days and issues your Tarjeta Unica Migratoria (TUM).

· On arrival· Keep TUM

/06

Extend only if needed

If you need to stay longer than 90 days, apply online via SERMIG's digital portal at least 30 days before expiry and pay the USD 100 extension fee (one extension of up to 90 days).

· Optional· SERMIG portal

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items

Personalized checklist

Poland -> Chile · Visa-free entry (Permanencia Transitoria / transitory stay permit granted on arrival)

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredPolish ordinary passport valid for the duration of stay

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

RequiredProof of accommodation (hotel booking or notarized invitation letter)

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RecommendedProof of sufficient funds (~USD 46 per day)

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

recommended

RequiredTarjeta Unica Migratoria (TUM) - keep the entry record safe for departure

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

required

RecommendedTravel/health insurance for the trip

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

recommended

RecommendedContact details and itinerary in Chile

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

ConditionalSeparate entry form + onward ticket if traveling to Rapa Nui (Easter Island)

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

situational

RequiredNo advance visa, eVisa, or ETA application needed

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

info

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 sourcesServicio Nacional de Migraciones (SERMIG) - Tourists / Permanencia Transitoria SERMIG - Extension of Permanencia Transitoria permit Chile Travel (official tourism board) - Entry requirements for the EU

Application link included: Chile Travel (official tourism board) - Entry requirements for the EU

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Tourist entry (Permanencia Transitoria)USD 0No visa or entry fee for Polish/EU nationals

Reciprocity / tourist taxUSD 0Not applicable to Polish nationals

Stay extension (optional)USD 100Only if extending the 90-day stay; applied via SERMIG; minors exempt

Total estimate0 — 0incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free entry on arrival

Immediate at the border

No prior application. The Permanencia Transitoria permit is granted by immigration officers upon arrival at a Chilean port of entry.

Stay extension via SERMIG (optional)

Apply at least 30 days before permit expiry

Online application through SERMIG's digital portal for those who need more than 90 days; USD 100 fee.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

EU member-state visa exemption

Poland, as an EU member, is on Chile's list of countries whose nationals may enter visa-free for tourism.

High

/02

Stay limited to 90 days

The transitory stay permit is capped at 90 days per entry; longer stays require an extension or a different permit.

Medium

/03

Proof of onward travel and funds may be requested

Immigration can ask for a return ticket, accommodation, and proof of around USD 46 per day.

Medium

/04

Chile is not in Schengen

Entry to Chile is independent of Schengen/ETIAS rules; the 90/180 Schengen counter does not apply.

Low

/05

Easter Island (Rapa Nui) extra rules

Travel to Rapa Nui requires a separate entry form and an onward ticket, regardless of nationality.

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

Poland to Chile route verified

Confirmed via SERMIG and Chile Travel that Polish ordinary passport holders enter Chile visa-free for up to 90 days under the Permanencia Transitoria permit; no fee, no advance authorization. Chile is not in Schengen.

/09 — The questions