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Türkiye to Chile visa requirements

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

Up to 90 days per entry. You may apply once to extend for another 90 days through SERMIG, paying USD 100 (in Chilean peso equivalent).

Q: Do I need to apply for anything before I travel?

No advance visa, eVisa, or electronic authorization is required. Your tourist permit and Tourist Card (TUM) are issued on arrival by the PDI.

Q: How much validity does my passport need?

It should be valid for your whole stay; six months beyond your planned departure is the recommended standard to avoid problems.

Q: What might I be asked to show at the border?

Be ready to present a return/onward ticket, proof of sufficient funds, and accommodation details, in addition to your valid passport.

Q: Is Chile part of Schengen / does ETIAS apply?

No. Chile is in South America and is not in the Schengen area, so Schengen 90/180 rules and ETIAS do not apply.

Turkish ordinary passport holders do NOT need a visa for tourism in Chile. They may enter visa-free and stay up to 90 days under the Permanencia Transitoria (transitory stay) permit, receiving a Tourist Card (Tarjeta Unica Migratoria) on arrival. Citizens of Turkey holding an ordinary passport enjoy visa-free access to Chile for short tourist visits. On arrival at an authorized border crossing, Chile's investigative police (PDI) grant a Permanencia Transitoria (transitory stay) permit of up to 90 days and issue a Tarjeta Unica Migratoria (TUM, electronic tourist card). No advance visa, eVisa, or pre-travel authorization is required. The passport should be valid for the duration of the stay (six months beyond intended stay is the safe standard). Travelers may be asked to show proof of onward/return travel, sufficient funds, and accommodation. The 90-day stay can be extended once, for another period of up to 90 days, through SERMIG's digital portal for a fee of USD 100 (paid in Chilean peso equivalent). Cash or instruments exceeding USD 10,000 must be declared to Customs. Chile is in South America and is not part of the Schengen area, so Schengen/ETIAS rules do not apply. This verdict is confirmed by Chile's Servicio Nacional de Migraciones (SERMIG) official site and corroborated by the published Chilean visa policy.

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 (Permanencia Transitoria / Tourist Card on arrival)

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days

per entry

Entries

Multiple (each entry granted on arrival)

from issue date

Visa fee

Free on entry (USD 100 only if extending stay)

consular fee only

Processing time

On arrival (no advance application)

standard track

Validity

Stay granted per entry; extendable once by 90 days

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm your passport is valid

Ensure your Turkish ordinary passport is valid for your entire stay; aim for at least six months' validity beyond your planned departure date to avoid any issues at check-in or the border.

· Passport· 6 months recommended

/02

Book onward or return travel

Chilean border officers may ask visa-free tourists to show a confirmed onward or return ticket proving you will leave within the 90-day permit. Have it ready in printed or digital form.

· Return ticket· Proof of onward travel

/03

Prepare proof of funds and accommodation

Carry evidence of sufficient financial means for your stay (bank statement, credit card) and your hotel booking or host's address, as you must certify lawful means of livelihood.

· Funds· Accommodation

/04

Travel and present documents on arrival

At an authorized port of entry, present your passport to the PDI (investigative police). No visa is needed; you will be admitted as a tourist under Permanencia Transitoria.

· PDI control· No visa needed

/05

Receive your Tourist Card (TUM)

You are issued a Tarjeta Unica Migratoria (electronic tourist card) recording your 90-day stay. Keep the record safe, as you may need it on departure or to extend.

· Tarjeta Unica Migratoria· Keep safe

/06

Extend online only if needed

If you need more time, apply for one 90-day extension through SERMIG's digital portal before your initial permit expires, paying the USD 100 fee in Chilean peso equivalent.

· SERMIG portal· Before expiry

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

11 items

Personalized checklist

Türkiye -> Chile · Visa-free (Permanencia Transitoria / Tourist Card on arrival)

0 / 11 complete

Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RecommendedTurkish ordinary passport valid for the full stay (6 months' validity recommended)

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

required

RequiredConfirmed onward or return air ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the trip (bank statement / card)

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

recommended

RecommendedProof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address)

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RecommendedTravel/medical insurance for the trip

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

recommended

RequiredTourist Card (TUM) retained during your stay

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

required

RequiredDeclare cash/instruments over USD 10,000 to Customs

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

situational

ConditionalYellow fever certificate only if arriving from a risk area

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

situational

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 Visa policy of Chile - Wikipedia

Application link included: Visa policy of Chile - Wikipedia

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Visa-free entry (Permanencia Transitoria)USD 0No fee for the tourist permit granted on arrival

Tourist Card (TUM) issuanceUSD 0Issued free at the border by PDI

Stay extension (prorroga, optional)USD 100Paid in Chilean peso equivalent via SERMIG; once only, for +90 days; under-18s exempt

Total estimate0 — 0incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

On arrival at the border

Immediate

Visa-free admission granted by PDI on entry; no pre-travel application required.

Stay extension via SERMIG portal

Variable (apply before permit expires)

Optional online extension for a further 90 days; processed by Servicio Nacional de Migraciones.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

No onward/return ticket

Officers may refuse entry to visa-free tourists who cannot show they will leave within the permitted period.

Medium

/02

Insufficient proof of funds

Failure to certify lawful means to support the stay can lead to denied entry.

Medium

/03

Suspected non-tourist intent

Indications of intent to work, study, or stay beyond tourism can result in refusal under the transitory-stay rules.

Low

/04

Passport validity or condition issues

A damaged passport or one expiring during the stay can cause problems at check-in or the border.

Low

/05

Prior immigration violations

Previous overstays or removals from Chile can lead to refusal of admission.

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

Turkey to Chile route verified

Confirmed visa-free entry for Turkish ordinary passport holders (up to 90 days, Permanencia Transitoria) against Chile's SERMIG official site and the published Chilean visa policy.

/09 — The questions