India passport → Chile
Do Indian citizens need a visa for Chile?
Indian passport holders need a visa for Chile, applied for in advance at an embassy, consulate or visa application centre. If you hold a US visa, Green Card or similar, it can be easier: see below.
What this means for your trip
- Book an appointment with the embassy, consulate or its visa centre early. Waits can be long in peak season.
- Typical documents: application form, photos, bank statements, ITR, employment letter, bookings and travel insurance.
- If you already hold certain other visas, a simpler route may apply. Check the section below.
Easier if you already hold another visa
Indian passport holders who hold one of these documents can get Visa-free instead:
- US visa
- US Green Card
Any US visa except transit (C), valid 6+ months on arrival.
Last verified 11 Oct 2026.
Chile at a glance
- Capital
- Santiago
- Currency
- Chilean peso (CLP)
- Languages
- Spanish
- Calling code
- +56
- Region
- South America
Chile for other passports
- IndiaVisa required
United StatesVisa-free90 days
United KingdomVisa-free90 days
United Arab EmiratesVisa-free90 days
ChinaVisa required
SingaporeVisa-free30 days
PakistanVisa required
BangladeshVisa required
Sri LankaVisa required
NepalVisa required
NigeriaVisa required
PhilippinesVisa required
Nearby in South America for Indian passport holders
Common questions
Do Indian citizens need a visa for Chile?
Indian passport holders need a visa for Chile, applied for in advance at an embassy, consulate or visa application centre.
How long can Indian citizens stay in Chile?
The allowed stay depends on the visa you are granted. Check the decision letter or entry stamp.
Can Indian citizens get a visa on arrival in Chile?
Not under the standard rules.
Is Chile easier for Indian citizens with a US, UK or Schengen visa?
Yes. With a qualifying US visa, Green Card, Indian citizens get visa free. Any US visa except transit (C), valid 6+ months on arrival.
How many countries can Indian citizens visit without a visa?
56 destinations allow entry without a visa arranged in advance (visa-free, visa on arrival or eTA). The India passport ranks #71 of 94 (passports with equal scores share a rank).
Source: Wikipedia, Visa requirements for Indian citizens (edited 9 Oct 2026), CC BY-SA 4.0. Last checked 11 Oct 2026. Rules change. Always confirm with the official embassy or immigration website of Chile before you travel.