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Chile visa for British citizens

Visa-free up to 90 days

Chile admits British citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.

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 the United Kingdom

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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.

British citizens planning a trip to Chile can compare how foreign ministries rate it: 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 British citizens can stay in Chile

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

Chile’s neighbours for British citizens

Peru, Bolivia and Argentina admit British citizens visa-free.

Chilean citizens travelling to the United Kingdom

Chilean citizens need an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) for the United Kingdom, obtained online before travel, for stays of up to 180 days.

Frequently asked questions

Do British citizens need a visa for Chile?

Chile admits British citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.

How long can British citizens stay in Chile?

British citizens can stay in Chile for up to 90 days.

Do Chilean citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom?

Chilean citizens need an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) for the United Kingdom, obtained online before travel, for stays of up to 180 days.

Can British citizens enter Chile visa-free?

Yes, British 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.