Chile is now visa free for Aussies!

[simpsonatti]

I just got through to Melbourne too - they confirmed multi entries within 90 days is permitted and I have email confirmation from the Sydney consulate. I asked when the Smarttraveller website would be updated and she didn't know. I have sent a complaint to them about out of date info on the website.

 

[Bustar]

I just got through too - they confirmed multi entries within 90 days is permitted. I asked when the Smarttraveller website would be updated and she didn't know. I have sent a complaint to them about out of date info on the website.

I enquired about the outdated information on Smarttraveller as well. The lady said that is not withintheir domain to update.

I have sent a feedback form on Smarttraveller with these links. Will wait and see if they update their advice any time soon.

 

[Aeryn]

I enquired about the outdated information on Smarttraveller as well. The lady said that is not withintheir domain to update.

Of course not Smart Traveller is an Aussie govenrment site, and government wheels turn slowly.

 

[kpc]

So many skeptics....sigh

 

[RooFlyer]

I enquired about the outdated information on Smarttraveller as well. The lady said that is not withintheir domain to update.

Of course - Chilean govt Vs Australian Government website. if its about Chile, trust the Chilean website over any Australian one (although AFF is pretty good ....)

So many skeptics....sigh

Odd, isn't it? I don't know how much more confident you can get than in a Chilean government (Australian consulate) website.

As for calling their Melbourne consulate for advice - given past experiences (not known to posters above but they can read about it here), that's the last place I'd call.

 

[SYD]

Odd, isn't it? I don't know how much more confident you can get than in a Chilean government (Australian consulate) website.

Especially since the AU arrangement was totally unique and managed by the AU consulates. Some better than others!

 

[Sale]

Here it is in an email

 

[kpc]

Here it is in an email

View attachment 471319

I think we need Smartraveller to say visas for Chile are no longer needed for Aussie passport holders before we can believe it!!

 

[RooFlyer]

Its even better than the old 'reciprocity charge' days.

 

[serfty]

At least IATA is aware ...

https://www.iatatravelcentre.com/

Round tripSydney to Santiago
Country/Territory of nationalityAustralia (AU)
Country/Territory of residenceAustralia (AU)

Entry Requirements​

Sydney Kingsford Smith, SYDSYD

Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez, SCLSCL
Duration of stayOver 30 days​

Normal ImportanceVisa and other border measures
ENTRY❮Chile❮SCL
Normal Importance
Visa Requirements
Nationals of Australia do not need a visa for a maximum of 90 days.
Normal Importance
Forms
Passengers over the age of 18 years must complete a "SAG Affidavit" upon arrival or before departure at www.sagingresoachile.cl .
More information
Normal ImportancePassport and other travel documentsClick here for more information.
Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez, SCLSCL

Sydney Kingsford Smith, SYDSYD
Duration of stayOver 30 days​

Normal ImportanceVisa and other border measures
ENTRY❮Australia❮SYD
Normal Importance
Visa Requirements
Nationals of Australia do not need a visa.
Normal ImportancePassport and other travel documentsClick here for more information.
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[antycbr]

Wonder if this was negotiated when the Esmeralda was visiting?

 

[k_sheep]

Amazing news!!! I wonder if they dropped the reciprocity fee in the other direction then?