One of the most criticized points is that unlike other countries in the programme, In the case of Chile, no criminal record checks are allowed for people who travel there, according to local media. This led to an increase in “criminal tourism”.
As mentioned, A US House of Representatives committee approved a bill that would withdraw funds from the Chilean Visa Waiver. The measure passed 33 in favor, 25 against, and is part of the Department of Homeland Security’s proposed budget.
For her part, the US ambassador to Chile confirmed:I am confident that we will continue to increase information exchange and Chile will continue to remain in the Visa Waiver Program.“,House Speaker Kevin McCarthy said: “ I will not allow (the Secretary of Homeland Security) to use funds for the Chilean Visa Waiver Program until this issue is resolved according to Fox News.
How does the visa waiver work?
- Waiver of his visa for two years since I owned it.
- To get it, you must Fill out a form in the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA).
- the requirements to obtain it We are To be of Chilean nationality And also, You must have a valid electronic passport with the data of its holder.
- he The cost of the procedure that it $21.
Those who apply to the system must wait 72 hours for a response.
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