Do Indians need a visa for Chile?
Indian passport holders need a visa for Chile unless they hold a valid US visa or Green Card. With a qualifying US visa you can visit for up to 90 days without a Chilean visa. Otherwise, apply for a tourist visa through the Chilean consulate for your state.
When you do not need a visa
You can enter without a visa if you hold one of the following:
- A US visa of any type except a type C (transit) visa, valid for at least six months when you arrive in Chile
- A US Green Card
The exemption allows a stay of up to 90 days. You must be able to show sufficient funds for your stay.
Chile visa options for Indians
| Option | Who it is for | Stay and validity | Official fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entry without a Chilean visa | Indian citizens with a qualifying US visa or Green Card | Up to 90 days | No visa fee |
| Tourist visa | Indian citizens without a qualifying US visa | Set on the visa | Not listed on the Embassy page |
Chile visa fees
| Option | Official fee |
|---|---|
| Entry without a Chilean visa | No visa fee |
| Tourist visa | Not listed on the Embassy page |
The Embassy of Chile in New Delhi does not list the tourist visa fee on its visa page. The amount is confirmed during the consular application.
Documents required
Official sources do not give a full list for every case; these are the documents applicants are normally asked for. Confirm the exact list when you apply.
- Passport valid for at least 6 months, with blank pages
- Completed visa application
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Confirmed return or onward ticket
- Hotel booking or address of stay
- Recent bank statements showing funds for the trip
How to apply
Check whether you are exempt: a valid US visa (not type C) with at least six months left, or a Green Card.
If you need a visa, apply through Chile’s consular services system and choose the consulate that covers where you live.
The Consular Section in New Delhi covers Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Haryana, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Chandigarh, Lakshadweep, Sikkim and the north-eastern states.
If you live in any other state or territory, apply through the Consulate General of Chile in Mumbai.
Wait for the decision before you book non-refundable travel.
Processing time
Several weeks; the Embassy says the Chilean visa process can extend up to 6 months, so apply early.
Frequently asked questions
Indian passport holders need a visa for Chile unless they hold a valid US visa or Green Card. With a qualifying US visa you can visit for up to 90 days without a Chilean visa. Otherwise, apply for a tourist visa through the Chilean consulate for your state.
Entry without a Chilean visa: No visa fee. Tourist visa: Not listed on the Embassy page. The Embassy of Chile in New Delhi does not list the tourist visa fee on its visa page. The amount is confirmed during the consular application.
Several weeks; the Embassy says the Chilean visa process can extend up to 6 months, so apply early.
Check whether you are exempt: a valid US visa (not type C) with at least six months left, or a Green Card. If you need a visa, apply through Chile’s consular services system and choose the consulate that covers where you live. The Consular Section in New Delhi covers Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Haryana, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Chandigarh, Lakshadweep, Sikkim and the north-eastern states. If you live in any other state or territory, apply through the Consulate General of Chile in Mumbai. Wait for the decision before you book non-refundable travel.
From the official sources listed at the end of this page, checked on 6 October 2026. Visa rules and fees change, so confirm them on the official site before you apply.
Official sources
The visa facts on this page come from these official pages, checked on 6 October 2026. Rules and fees can change, so confirm them before you apply.