Travellers need a visa to visit Chile for Business or Tourism. A Chilean eVisa is the fastest way to obtain a visa. Travellers can apply online. Once approved, travellers receive their eVisa confirmation electronically.

Travellers receive a PDI Tourism Card (Tarjeta Unica Migratoria) upon entry to Chile. This document confirms tourist status and qualifies travellers for exemption from the 19% VAT on hotel accommodations.

Travellers should keep the card safe throughout their stay. Most hotels request the card at check-in to apply the VAT exemption. Without the card, hotels may charge the full 19% VAT.

If the card is lost, travellers can request a duplicate online. Some hotels can assist with the replacement process or verify tourist status directly in the system.

All travellers must complete an Agricultural and Livestock Service (SAG) Affidavit entry form before travelling to Chile. Travellers must complete the SAG entry form online a maximum of 48 hours before arrival in Chile.

Travellers who hold Chilean citizenship in addition to another nationality are required to depart Chile using their Chilean passport. Travellers who enter Chile on a foreign passport may be admitted as temporary visitors but may be required to obtain a Chilean passport before departing.

Travellers need a valid passport to enter Chile. The traveller's passport must remain valid throughout the traveller's stay in Chile.

• Health screening: While not always required, officials might ask for a health certificate or a medical exam upon arrival. This is more likely if you're coming from an area with a health outbreak or if you show signs of illness.