🇨🇱 Is Chile safe to visit?
Daily safety index from official government advisories, plus the consular map of Chile: 51 diplomatic missions from 43 countries, local emergency numbers and language essentials.
Updated Nov 14, 2026 · Composite index recalculated daily from official government advisories.
What official sources say
Levels are normalized to Telcomia's 1–4 scale. Always read the full official advisory at the source.
What to know before traveling to Chile
Drawn from the linked official advisories — always check the full text at the source.
Trip essentials
- Follow local authorities' advice, including any evacuation orders, and check SENAPRED alerts
- The advice also covers Rapa Nui (Easter Island)
- No specific travel restrictions; Spaniards need a passport (national ID not valid), return ticket and proof of funds for up to 90 days
- Keep the tourist card handed out at passport control and present it when leaving the country
- Exchange students: verify rental platforms and agencies, as scams have been reported; avoid urgent cash payments to private accounts
Risk areas and situations
- Red Alert for heavy rain and severe mudslides in the Andean foothills east of Santiago
- Affected communes include San José de Maipo, Puente Alto, Las Condes, Lo Barnechea, Vitacura and Colina
Emergency numbers in Chile
Embassies and consulates in Chile
51 diplomatic missions from 43 countries, across 9 cities.
| Nationality | Missions | Cities |
|---|---|---|
| 🇳🇱 Netherlands | 6 | Iquique, Puerto Montt, Punta Arenas |
| 🇪🇸 Spain | 2 | Santiago |
| 🇬🇷 Greece | 2 | Las Condes, Santiago |
| 🇮🇪 Ireland | 2 | Las Condes, Santiago |
| 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates | 1 | Las Condes |
| 🇦🇷 Argentina | 1 | Santiago |
| 🇦🇹 Austria | 1 | Santiago |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | 1 | Las Condes |
| 🇧🇪 Belgium | 1 | Santiago |
| 🇧🇷 Brazil | 1 | Santiago |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | 1 | Las Condes |
| 🇨🇭 Switzerland | 1 | Las Condes |
…and 31 more nationalities with diplomatic presence.
The full directory — addresses, phone numbers and locations on the map — is available in the Telcomia app.
Local language
The main local language in Chile is Spanish. The Telcomia app includes 16 emergency phrases in Spanish, with audio, ready to play when you need them.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Chile safe to visit right now?
The Telcomia Safety Index for Chile is 1.25/4 (Low risk, level 1 of 4) as of Nov 14, 2026. It is a composite of official advisories from Spain, the United Kingdom and the United States, recalculated daily.
What is the emergency number in Chile?
The general emergency number in Chile is 133. Save it before you travel — with a Telcomia eSIM you can call for help without hunting for Wi-Fi.
How many embassies are there in Chile?
Telcomia tracks 51 diplomatic missions from 43 countries in Chile, across 9 cities. The full directory with addresses and phone numbers is in the Telcomia app.
Informational only
This page is general information, not a substitute for official government travel advice. Conditions can change quickly — always check your own government's latest advisory before and during your trip.
Advisory levels summarize official sources: Spain's MAEC, the UK FCDO (contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0) and the U.S. Department of State (public domain). Follow the links above for the full official text.