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Here you will find important tips and useful information for Chile.
Cash withdrawals often only with a PIN four digit possible.
Credit cards are recommended for car rentals. Prepaid cards are generally accepted for payment but not for reservations. Please check the possible payment methods with the car rental company in advance.
Keep exchange and transaction receipts.
Currency exchange not advised on the black market.
Time difference with Switzerland
- 4 h / - 6 h during our summer time
Capital
Santiago
National language
Official language
Spanish
Language capabilities
English
Voltage
220 volt / adapter recommended
Opening hours
Banks
9.00 - 14.00 h (Mon - Fri
Stores
10.00 - 20.00 h (Mon - Sat)
Health situation
Do not drink tap water.
Vaccination against diphtheria, tetanus, hepatitis A, polio and measles recommended.
Driving
Swiss driver's license accepted; international driver's license recommended.
Minimum age for car rentals: 21 to 25 (varies by company).
CH sticker, first-aid kit, fire extinguisher and breakdown triangle mandatory.
Blood alcohol limit: 0.3 ‰.
Country code for calling Switzerland
0 41 (disregard '0' preceding Swiss area codes)
Swiss Embassy / Consulate
Santiago (Las Condes), Américo Vespuscio Sur 100, piso 14
Tel. +56 2 928 01 00
Other information
This country is in an active earthquake zone.
Security
The border areas with Peru, Bolivia and Argentina are still partially mined - even in the vicinity of tourist resorts and a few nature reserves.
Si consiglia di rispettare le abituali misure precauzionali contro la microcriminalità.
Do not carry valuables (watches, jewelry, expensive cameras, etc.) on you.
Avoid nighttime driving.
Avoid demonstrations and large crowds.
Special legal regulations
Very strict laws to fight illegal drugs.
Travel is the secure prepaid card for use away from home – without any annual fees. In the event of loss, the card including the balance will be replaced worldwide.
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