To visit Chile, you only need to show your identification document (identification card or passport), and depending on your country of origin, your stamped visa.

If you are a citizen of South America, the European Union, the United States and Canada, you do not need a tourist visa. However, some countries must pay a cash fee (reciprocity tax) upon arrival at the airport of Chile.

People who come from Australia require a specific E-visa that you can get here.

If you come to Chile, you should take into account some information that will help you have a safe and pleasant experience:

When traveling around the country, as in every large city of the world, you should be careful with your bags and suitcases to avoid petty theft.

 Carry copies of important documents, such as your passport.

Avoid walking alone at night in certain areas.

Do not carry valuables that attract a lot of attention on public roads.

Be constantly informed and observe the COVID 19 protection protocols.

Chile’s official language is Spanish, but there are also communities in the country that speak indigenous languages. The official languaje for IGS Workshop 2026 is english.

Summer is between January and March and winter between July and September.

You will find a wide variety of climates ranging from desert climate in the north to tundra and polar climate in the south.

June marks the beginning of winter in Santiago, Chile. The weather is generally cool, with daytime temperatures averaging 12–15°C (54–59°F) and nighttime temperatures often falling to 3–5°C (37–41°F). Rainfall is relatively frequent, so visitors are advised to bring warm clothing and an umbrella.