Do I need a visa for South Korea from Chile?
Electronic authorization required
Travelling to South Korea on a Chile passport, you need an electronic travel authorization, applied for online before you travel.
Once admitted, the permitted stay in South Korea is 90 days.
| Requirement | Electronic travel authorization (ETA) |
|---|---|
| Permitted stay once admitted | 90 days |
| Visa fee | 10,000 KRWK-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization) |
| Processing time | Typically 1 to 3 business days, per the official portalK-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization) assessment; the portal says generally within 72 hours. Checked 2026-08-19, read the source. |
| Official South Korea portal | Apply or check requirements |
Travelling to study or work?
This page answers the short-stay, tourist question. Study or work in South Korea is a separate question, with its own rules.
All passports for South Korea·All destinations for a Chile passport
Data last verified: 2026-03-01
Not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change without notice and vary by circumstance - always confirm with the destination country’s embassy, consulate, or official government source before booking or traveling. Full disclaimer.