Chile Visa for Indians – Process, Requirements & How to Apply (2025)

Dreaming of visiting Chile, home to the beautiful Andes, the Atacama Desert, and the breathtaking Patagonia, along with the culture of Latin America? For many Indians, this is possible, but each travel destination comes with its own set of regulations and required documentation, Chile being one of them and the Andes being one of the most visited places. This article outlines the types of visas for Chile, details on its processing time as well as the requirements which includes Maxglob Overseas’s help with the completion of your documentation. Whether you wish to travel on business, for tourism or even study, we’ll guide you through the entire process.

 About Chile

Chile is a remarkably long country in South America along the Pacific, which is known for its incomparable natural monuments, its economic stability, and investor friendly immigration policies. For these reasons the country is not only a well-known tourist destination but has been home to many Indian students, leading to a steady growth in the population in the last few years.

 Do Indians Need a Visa for Chile?

With regards to the Chilean visa requirements, Indians donot get the perk of visa on arrival or an e- visa so they do need to apply for a visa in advance. For an Indian passport, a Chilean visa is mandatory regardless of the reason, may it be tourism or business, hence a visa is required to be undertaken in advance.

Chilean Visas for Indian Nationals 

Chilean Immigration Law stipulates several classifications of visa according to the purpose of visiting the country. The classification is, 

1. Tourist Visa

• Purpose: To travel to Chile for tourism and to see relatives and friends.
• Duration: Maximum of ninety (90) days.
• Extendable: Yes, may be extended for additional ninety (90) days while in Chile.
• Entry Type: Either single or multiple entry.

2. Business Visa

• Purpose: For business purposes, attending meetings and conferences and looking for business opportunities.
• Duration: A maximum of ninety (90) days.
• Evidence: Invitation letter from the Chilean business, company profile, etc.

3. Student Visa

• Purpose: For long term studies in Chile.
• Duration: Depends on the duration of the course.
• Evidence: Visa application requires proof of admission, financial support, police clearance certificate, and sponsorship letter.

4. Work Visa

• Purpose: To work with a company in Chile.
• Duration: Different duration.
• Evidence: A work contract, letter from the employer, and sponsorship from a Chilean resident.

5. Temporary Resident Visa

• Purpose: For the purpose of family reunification, looking for work, volunteers, and the like.
• Duration: Can be granted up to twelve (12) months with the possibility of renewal.
• Additional Information: After several years of residence, the status may be converted to permanent resident.

Visa Requirements For Chile For Indians

Below you can find the general visa requirements for Chile that Indians need to fulfill:

✅ Basic Documents:

• Indian passport with a minimum validity of 6 months.
• Visa application form is to be completed in full.
• Passport photographs taken recently, complying with Chilean visa standards.
• Purpose of travel is to be explained in a covering letter.
• Round trip flight tickets are to be booked in advance.
• Hotel bookings or an invitation letter from a host in Chile.
• Bank statements for the last 3 to 6 months proving sufficient funds.
• Travel insurance with global coverage.
• Documents proving India based employment or property to demonstrate ties to India.

✅ Additional Documents for Certain Visa Types:

• Business Visa: Company letter, invitation letter from Chile.
• Student Visa: Admission letter, police verification, financial affidavit.
• Work Visa: Employment contract with visa granting entity, details of employer.
• Spouse/Dependent Visa: Marriage certificate, copy of the visa from the spouse.

Which office in India to contact for a Chile visa application?

The respective Offices in New Delhi and Mumbai hold the Chilean embassies and consulates, and are thus the points of contact for visa applications.

Embassy of Chile Located in New Delhi: 

• Address: 3/1, West Patel Nagar, New Delhi – 110008
• Telephone: +91 11 2573 3620
• Email: echile.india@minrel.gob.cl

Chilean Consulate in Mumbai: 

• Provides consular services for Western India, including Maharashtra and Gujarat.

Note: Chilean Embassies and Consulates use an online submission system called SAC Ciudadanos for visa applications. The physical documentation, however, still needs to be submitted in person to the respective Embassy/Consulate. 

Visa Application for Chile: A Detailed Guide for Indians 

Let’s break it down step by step: 

Step 1: Completing the Online Form 

• Go to: https://tramites.minrel.gov.cl
• Click on ‘Solicitud de Visa’ (Visa Request)
• Select India as the country of residence
• Complete the required fields including the submission of the necessary documents

Step 2: Waiting for Pre-Approval 

• Notifications will be sent out to all eligible applicants for passport submission to the embassy.

Step 3: Passport and Document Submission 

• Attend the embassy/consulate in person.
• Bring with you your passport and the required documents.

Step 4: Visa Collection 

• Once your visa is issued, you will be contacted to collect your passport with the visa sticker issued.

In Indian’s Context: Chile Visa Processing Time

• For tourist and business purposes: 15 to 20 working days (post submission of documents)
• For education and work: 30 to 45 working days
• Verification of documents, high workloads, incomplete documents, or other submission level tasks might increase processing time.

Visa fees vary depending on the type of visa and duration:

Note: Charges may vary. Additional charges may apply for courier services or translations.

Can Chile Visa Be Extended

Yes. Extension of tourist visas can be done once through the Chile immigration office. The fee is nominal.

For long-term or student and work visas, renewals must be initiated before the current visa validity period ends.