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Chile visa for Costa Rican citizens

Visa-free up to 90 days

Costa Rican citizens do not need a visa for Chile: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.

Maximum stay
90 days
Where to apply
Nothing to apply for in advance

Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at chile.gob.cl

For longer stays: study, work and residence

All visa types for Chile

Chilean citizens travelling to Costa Rica

ChileCosta Rica Visa-free, 180 days Costa Rica visa for citizens of Chile

Travel advice for Chile

  • US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
  • UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
  • German Foreign Office No travel warning

What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.

Before travelling from Costa Rica to Chile, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates Chile at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 18 August 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Chile (updated 9 October 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Chile (updated 5 November 2026).

Good to know

How long Costa Rican citizens can stay in Chile

Costa Rican citizens may stay in Chile for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Chile.

Chile’s neighbours for Costa Rican citizens

Peru, Bolivia and Argentina admit Costa Rican citizens visa-free.

Chilean citizens travelling to Costa Rica

Chilean citizens can visit Costa Rica without a visa for up to 180 days. The rule is the same in both directions between Costa Rica and Chile.

Frequently asked questions

Do Costa Rican citizens need a visa for Chile?

Costa Rican citizens do not need a visa for Chile: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.

How long can Costa Rican citizens stay in Chile?

Costa Rican citizens can stay in Chile for up to 90 days.

Do Chilean citizens need a visa for Costa Rica?

Chilean citizens can visit Costa Rica without a visa for up to 180 days.

Can Costa Rican citizens enter Chile visa-free?

Yes, Costa Rican citizens can enter Chile without a visa and stay for up to 90 days.

Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.