The new Plan Fronteras Protegidas came into effect on Monday, July 26. The plan outlines the requirements and conditions that travelers must comply with if they want to leave and return to Chile. It requires that all travelers entering the country must undergo a strict and mandatory ten-day isolation period.
Who can leave Chile?
- Chileans and foreign residents in Chile with an authorized Mobility pass, or those with special permission to leave the country obtained and approved via the Comisaría Virtual (virtual police station).
- Foreign non-residents leaving Chile with passport from their country of origin
Who can enter Chile?
- Chileans and foreign residents in Chile
- Foreign non-residents in Chile (only exceptions), including safe conduct from the Chilean consulate in the country of origin and Decree 102 from the Interior Ministry
Requirements for entering Chile for All Travelers
- Complete the “Traveler’s Sworn Statement” online form 48 hours before boarding.
- Provide a negative PCR SARS-CoV-2 taken no more than 72 hours before boarding, if flying, or 72 hours before entering Chile, if traveling by land.
Foreign non-residents must have proof of travel insurance with medical coverage of at least $30,000.
All travelers must complete 10 days of isolation.
- Who can quarantine at home?
- People with mobility pass authorized at the time of entering Chile.
- Families traveling with minors. All of the family must reside at the same address.
- Who must isolate in a quarantine hotel?
- Adults without an authorized mobility pass
- People with an authorized mobility pass, but who do not have a declared address that can be reached within five hours of arrival by private transport.
All travelers must self-report their health status for 14 days after arriving in Chile.
Erickson Insights
Chile has maintained some of the strictest travel-related restrictions throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Current guidance is subject to change based on the local spread of the virus.
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