NEWS
Nationals who require tourist visas face stricter border entry requirements
15 Oct 18
CHILE
IMPACT – MEDIUM
What is the change? Chile is imposing stricter requirements on nationals who require tourist visas at the borders (non-waivered nationals).
What does the change mean? Nationals from non-waiver countries should have a valid entry visa at the border rather than rely on a receipt of a pending visa application.
- Implementation time frame: Immediate.
- Visas/permits affected: Entry visas.
- Business impact: Travel may be delayed for visa-required nationals, which could affect employment start dates.
- Next steps: Employees who require a tourist visa prior to any travel to Chile (non-waiver countries) must be aware that they should have a valid and unexpired entry visa. Previously, if the entry visa had expired, it was sufficient to show a receipt that a visa application was submitted and pending.
Analysis & Comments: Tourist visa-required nationals should anticipate stricter requirements at Chilean borders and make sure that they have a valid visa to enter the country. If the employees are coming for more than 90 days, they can apply for a work visa at the consulate abroad prior to any travel into Chile.
Source: Deloitte LLP. Deloitte LLP is a limited liability partnership registered in England and Wales with registered number OC303675 and its registered office at 1 New Street Square, London EC4A 3HQ, United Kingdom.
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