Chile - Consulate of South Africa in Punta Arenas

You are a Chilean citizen or you are from South Africa and are looking for information on the consulate of South Africa in Punta Arenas situated in Chile. A consulate in Punta Arenas could be a small honorary consulate or a bigger consulate general of South Africa. It all depends on the importance of Punta Arenas and Chile in the relationships with the government of South Africa.

The difference between consulates found in Punta Arenas are the level of powers and size of these consulates. Some consulates are the bigger consulate-general and usually can assist in a wide scope of consular matters. Other smaller consulates are often manned by private citizens and are called honorary consulates. These honorary consulates often have limited powers and do not issue visas or passports.

All consulates of South Africa in Chile besides Punta Arenas

Or the embassy of South Africa in Chile

South African Embassy in Santiago, Chile Avenida 11 de Septiembre 2353, 17th floor Santiago Chile
Email: info.chile@dirco.gov.za - Tel: (+56) 2 2820 0300 (+56) 2 2820 0307 - Website: www.embajada-sudafrica.cl

Consulate Appointment in Punta Arenas

Most consulates in Punta Arenas need visitors to make an appointment for a visit. Call or email the consulate of South Africa in Punta Arenas first for information on opening hours and appointments. Please be aware that most smaller consulates and honorary consulates often do not issue visas or passports or offer any consular assistance at all.

Travel Insurance

When you travel to Punta Arenas do not forget to buy a comprehensive travel insurance. You can get sick, miss your flight, personal belongings can be stolen or you can have an accident and need a doctor or hospital in Chile or South Africa.

Moreover, when you apply for a visa at the consulate in Punta Arenas please note that many embassies and consulates can ask you to show proof of a valid travel insurance with extensive coverage.