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Chile

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13 hours behind Korea

Stretching 4,300 km north to south, the Atacama Desert and Patagonia have nothing in common climatically. Being in the southern hemisphere, its daylight saving runs opposite to Korea’s.

CapitalSantiago
LanguagesSpanish
CurrencyChilean peso (CLP)
Standard timeUTC-4 · Observes daylight saving
Dialling code+56
Voltage220V / 50Hz
Plug typeC, L
Driving sideRight-hand traffic
Emergency133 police · 131 ambulance
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Entry & visa

90 days visa-free for tourism. Agricultural import rules are strict, so declare everything.

Worth knowing

The Atacama sits above 2,400 m and nights get very cold — stargazing tours need serious layers.

Frequently asked questions

Q. What is the time difference between Chile and Korea?

13 hours behind Korea (UTC-4). Observes daylight saving.

Q. Will Korean electronics work in Chile?

Voltage 220V / 50Hz, Plug type C, L.

Q. Do I need a visa for Chile?

90 days visa-free for tourism. Agricultural import rules are strict, so declare everything.

Countries in the same region

Visa and entry requirements change with policy, so always confirm the latest official notice for your destination. Voltage and plug types can vary by building.