Low riskAmericas · South AmericaChile Travel Health Guide
Low risk
Chile carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B.
Overall risk
Low risk
Malaria
None
Best time to visit
Year-round
Recommended vaccines
Routine Vaccines
Make sure all your routine vaccines are up to date, including chickenpox, tetanus, flu, MMR, polio, and shingles vaccines.
COVID-19
Stay up to date with your COVID-19 vaccines before traveling.
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A vaccine is recommended for most travelers to Chile. Special dosing may be needed for infants, older adults, or those with health conditions.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for travelers under 60. Those 60 and older may choose to get vaccinated.
Measles
Measles cases are rising worldwide. Make sure you're fully vaccinated with MMR vaccine at least 2 weeks before travel. Infants 6-11 months need an early dose.
Typhoid
Typhoid vaccine is recommended for most travelers to Chile, especially if staying with friends/relatives or visiting smaller cities and rural areas.
Rabies
Rabies risk is low in Chile - mainly from bats, not dogs. Pre-exposure vaccination depends on your activities and access to medical care. Post-exposure vaccines are available throughout the country.
Yellow Fever
Yellow fever vaccine is not needed for Chile - no risk and no entry requirement.
Disease risks
Altitude Sickness
Altiplano (up to 4,000m); northern deserts; avoid rapid ascent from sea level.
Emergency numbers
Police
133
Medical / Ambulance
131
Fire
132
U.S. Embassy
+56-2-2330-3000
Chile travel health FAQ
Do I need vaccines to travel to Chile?▼
For travel to Chile, Routine Vaccines, COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Measles and Typhoid are recommended; Rabies and Yellow Fever may be advised depending on your itinerary. Make sure your routine vaccinations (such as MMR, Tdap, polio and seasonal flu) are up to date, and see a travel-health provider about 4–6 weeks before you leave.
Is there malaria in Chile?▼
No — Chile is not considered a malaria-risk destination, so antimalarial medication is not routinely needed. Basic insect-bite precautions are still sensible.
Is it safe to travel to Chile?▼
From a travel-health standpoint, Chile is currently rated low risk. Chile carries a CDC Level 1 travel health notice. No malaria risk. Key travel vaccines: COVID-19, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B.
What are the emergency phone numbers in Chile?▼
Key emergency numbers in Chile are Police 133, Medical / Ambulance 131, Fire 132 and U.S. Embassy +56-2-2330-3000. Save them before you travel and confirm the current numbers with your accommodation on arrival.
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Build my Trip KitSources: CDC Travelers' Health · WHO International Travel and Health. Last updated 2026-07-31. Health conditions and entry rules change — verify with the CDC, WHO and your destination’s authorities before travel. This page is informational and not a substitute for advice from a travel-medicine provider.