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Do Botswana citizens need a visa for Chile?

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Botswana citizens need a visa to enter Chile. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.

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Botswana vs Chile: passport comparison

Botswana

48

visa-free countries

Global rank: #119 · mobility 93.8

Chile

106

visa-free countries

Global rank: #45 · mobility 160.3
34

countries both Botswana and Chile can enter visa-free together

Botswana + Chile: passport compatibility

48%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where Botswana and Chile travel together — by entry type:

34 both visa-free
18 both visa on arrival
23 both e-visa / eTA
20 both need a visa
102 access differs

Where Botswana and Chile can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

How the entry rule changed: Botswana → Chile

We keep our own archive of visa-rule snapshots and diff them against each other. Here is what changed over the observed period.

The Botswana → Chile rule itself held steady over the observed period. The context around it did move:

2rule changes for the Botswana passport, 2 of them easing
July 2024 — June 2026our archive observation window

Comparison is built from our own dataset snapshots; the date marks when we recorded the change, not the official decision date. See all changes →

Chile: good to know

Santiago

Capital

Chilean Peso (CLP)

Currency

Chile Standard Time (UTC-4)

Time zone

+56

Calling code

C, L

Power plug

220V / 50Hz

Voltage

Right-hand

Driving side

Where else Botswana goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for Chile

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

Visa

Obtained at the embassy in advance

Frequently asked

Do Botswana citizens need a visa for Chile?
Botswana citizens need a visa to enter Chile. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.
Which passport is stronger — Botswana or Chile?
The Chile passport is stronger: 106 visa-free countries versus 48. Global rank: Botswana #119, Chile #45.
Where can Botswana and Chile citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 34 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Chile?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Plus a visa obtained from the embassy in advance. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between Botswana and Chile?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Sep 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

Botswana passport ranking

Where else the Botswana passport can take you and how it ranks worldwide.

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