Chile visa for Swiss citizens

Swiss citizens embarking on a journey to Chile will find the entry process refreshingly straightforward, enjoying **visa-free** travel for tourist purposes. This generous allowance permits stays of up to **90 days**, ample time to explore the vast South American nation, from its arid northern deserts to its glacial southern fjords. While the long-haul flight from Switzerland typically spans over 15 hours and traverses diverse time zones, the convenience of not needing to secure a visa beforehand—with only a single **tourist visa type** applicable for longer stays—makes reaching the foot of the Chilean Andes exceptionally smooth for Swiss passport holders. Travelers should plan for connections, as direct flights are rare, usually routing through major European or South American hubs before arriving in Santiago.

Visa-free90d stay· verified 2026-05-27

Entry requirements

Passport validity
6+ months
Funds proof
$46 / day
Yellow fever cert.
Required

Visa options

TouristTransitory Stay Permit – Tourism
90dvalid 3mo
OtherTransitory Stay Permit – Short stay
90dvalid 3mo
FamilyTemporary Resident Visa (family ties, investment, useful or advantageous residence)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
FamilyDependent Temporary Resident Visa
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
StudentStudent Visa (Residence to study in Chile)
WorkWork Visa (Residence to work in Chile)
OtherTemporary Residence Visa (general temporary residence category)
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
Working HolidayChile Working Holiday Visa
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
RetirementRetirement and Periodic Income Visa
365dmultiple-entryvalid 1y
HumanitarianVisa for Humanitarian Purposes for Haitians
365dvalid 1y
TouristSimple Tourism Consulate Visa for Haitians
30dvalid 1mo
HumanitarianDemocratic Responsibility Visa for Venezuelans
365dvalid 1y
WorkTemporary Opportunity Visa
365dvalid 1y
WorkTemporary International Orientation Visa
365dvalid 1y
WorkNational Orientation Temporary Visa
365dvalid 1y
TouristTourist Card (Pase de Turismo) for visa‑exempt nationals
90d$0valid 3mo

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