South American visas
How do I obtain a South American visa?
The information in the table below is relevant for UK citizens. The table shows whether South American visas are required for short term visits to South American countries.
You may also find it useful to refer to our other information on driving abroad.
| Country | Visa Required | Cost | Time to obtain Visa |
| Argentina | Yes, on arrival. Three months granted which can be extended. | ||
| Bolivia | Yes, on arrival. Three months granted which can be extended. | ||
| Brazil | Yes, on arrival. Three months granted which can be extended. | ||
| Chile | Yes, on arrival. Three months granted which can be extended. | ||
| Columbia | Yes, on arrival. Three months granted which can be extended. Complete migration form prior to departure. | ||
| Ecuador | Yes, on arrival. Three months granted which can be extended. | ||
| French Guiana | Yes, on arrival. Three months granted which can be extended. | ||
| Guyana | Yes, on arrival. One month granted which can be extended. | ||
| Paraguay | Yes, on arrival. Three months granted which can be extended. | ||
| Peru | Yes, on arrival. Three months granted which can be extended. | ||
| Suriname | Yes, on arrival. Three months granted which can be extended. | $25 | |
| Uruguay | Yes, on arrival. Three months granted which can be extended. | ||
| Venezuela | Yes, on arrival. Three months granted which can be extended. Obtain tourist card on arrival. |