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title: Chile visa for citizens of Argentina
description: Citizens of Argentina can visit Chile without a visa for up to 90 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
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# Chile visa for citizens of Argentina

Citizens of Argentina can visit Chile without a visa for up to 90 days.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa-free
- **How to apply:** No visa needed — just go
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Government fee:** No visa fee
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Not required under Mercosur agreement but may be requested at discretion of immigration officer

## How to apply

1. **Check document validity** — Ensure passport or ID card is valid for the entire intended stay
2. **Prepare travel documents** — Obtain return ticket and optional accommodation confirmation
3. **Enter Chile** — At immigration, present passport or ID and answer any questions; background check may be performed

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport or national ID card (cédula de identidad)** (Identity): ID card valid for entry under Mercosur agreement
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure from Chile
- **Accommodation proof (hotel reservation or invitation letter)** (Travel, optional): May be requested upon entry
- **Sufficient funds evidence (bank statement or credit card)** (Financial, optional): Rarely requested, but advisable to carry proof

## Proof of funds

- bank statement
- credit card

No official minimum balance requirement, but carrying sufficient funds is recommended

## Good to know

- Under Mercosur agreement, Argentine citizens may live and work in Chile with only a valid ID and passing a background check
- Background check (criminal record) is mandatory for residency; for tourism it is not systematically enforced but may be done at entry

## Common refusal reasons

- **Expired passport or ID card** — Check validity before travel; renew if necessary
- **Serious criminal record** — Obtain a certificate of good conduct if required; consult Chilean consulate for eligibility
- **Insufficient funds or lack of onward ticket** — Carry proof of sufficient funds and a confirmed return/onward ticket

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Argentina need a visa for Chile?

Citizens of Argentina can visit Chile without a visa for up to 90 days.

### How long can citizens of Argentina stay in Chile?

Up to 90 days without a visa.

### What documents do citizens of Argentina need for Chile?

Valid passport or national ID card (cédula de identidad); Return or onward ticket; Accommodation proof (hotel reservation or invitation letter); Sufficient funds evidence (bank statement or credit card).

### How long must my passport be valid for Chile?

At least 6 months.

## Sources

- Chile Visa Requirements for Argentina Citizens - visas.guide (visas.guide, third-party site)
- Argentina Visa for Chile Citizens 2026 - Requirements, Fees & Processing (visafeecalculator.com, third-party site)
- Argentina to Chile Visa Requirements 2026 | eVisas.io (evisas.io, third-party site)

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