Need to Order Chilean ID Card? Heres What to Do

Alright, so I had to get this Chilean ID card sorted out, and let me tell you, it was a bit of a journey. I figured I’d share my experience in case anyone else is in the same boat.

First things first, I started digging around to figure out what the deal was with these ID cards. Apparently, if you’re sticking around in Chile for a while, you need one. I stumbled upon some info that Chileans living abroad can get one at their consulate, and even tourists can do it. So that gave me a bit of hope.

The first step was to gather all the documents. I’m not a citizen, so I had to show them proof of my visa. I also had to get my birth certificate which was a bit of a pain. Once I had all that together, I made sure I had some extra documents on hand, just in case they asked for more.

• Collected my visa papers
• Got my birth certificate
• Made sure I had some extra documents just in case

Once I had all my papers in order, I went to apply for the ID card. It wasn’t too bad, but the place was kind of busy. I had to wait a bit, but eventually, I got to the counter.

I handed over all my documents, and they checked everything out. I also had to give them my fingerprints, which felt a bit official. And then, they took my photo right there. It wasn’t my best look, but hey, it’s just an ID photo, right?

After all that, they told me it would take a little while for the card to be ready. They gave me a receipt and said they’d let me know when it was done. I guess it takes some time to process everything and get it all printed.

Now I’m just playing the waiting game. They said they’d be in touch, so I’m keeping an eye on my email and phone. It’s a bit nerve-wracking, but I’m trying to stay patient.

Follow-Up

Okay, update time! I finally got the call that my ID card was ready. I went back to the office, and there it was, my very own Chilean ID card. It has my photo, my name, and that all-important RUN number. It’s a nine-digit number that’s unique to every resident here.

Honestly, getting this card feels like a big step. It makes things feel a bit more official, you know? I’ve heard this new digital version they’re rolling out is supposed to be even better, with less chance of losing it or getting scammed. That’s good news for sure.

So, that’s my Chilean ID card story. It wasn’t too complicated, just a bit of a process. If you’re planning on getting one, just make sure you have all your documents in order, and be prepared to wait a bit. It’s worth it in the end, though!