From: rene@inf.utfsm.cl (Rene Angel Sepulveda)
Subject: LA MALA IMAGEN INTERNACIONAL!!!???
Date: Tue, 12 Jan 1993 23:32:41 GMT
Distribution: chile
Organization: Universidad Tecnica Federico Santa Maria, Valparaiso, Chile

Hola a todos los Chilenos de CORAZON....

Cureoseando por ahi descubri un articulo sobre la imagen internacional
de nuestro pais y las recomendaciones que le hacen a los extranjeros (USA).

QUE OPINAN....???  ... NOS LO MERECEMOS ???

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    	AHI LES VA.... LASTIMA QUE ESTA EN INGLES

	PERO...TRATEN DE LEERLO !!!!!
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STATE DEPARTMENT TRAVEL INFORMATION - Chile
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Chile - Consular Information Sheet
 October 27, 1992

Embassy Location: The U.S. Embassy in Chile is located in Santiago 
at Merced 230, tel: (562) 671-0133.

Country Description: Chile has a stable government and a strong 
economy.  Civil disorder is rare.  Facilities for tourism vary 
according to price and area.

Entry Requirements: A passport is required for travel to Chile.  
U.S. citizens do not need visas for a stay of three months or less.  
However, those considering scientific, technical or mountaineering 
activities in areas classified as frontier areas are required to 
obtain authorization.  Requests for authorization must be presented 
to Chilean authorities at least 90 days prior to the beginning of 
the expedition.  The portions of Antarctica claimed by Chile are 
exempt from these pre-approval requirements.  For current 
information concerning entry and customs requirements for Chile, 
travelers can contact the Chilean Embassy at 1732 Massachusetts 
Avenue N.W., Washington, D.C. 20036 tel: (202) 785-1746 or the 
nearest consulate general in Los Angeles, Miami, Philadelphia, New 
York, or Houston.

Medical Facilities: Medical care is good but may not meet U.S. 
standards.  Doctors and hospitals often expect immediate cash 
payment for health services.  U.S. medical insurance is not always 
valid outside the United States.  In some cases, supplemental 
medical insurance which includes specific overseas coverage has 
proved to be useful.  For additional health information, travelers 
can contact the Centers for Disease Control's international 
travelers' hotline at (404) 332-4559.

Crime Information: In Santiago and other large cities, pickpockets 
thrive on rush hour crowding on the street and aboard public 
transportation.  Persons wearing expensive or expensive-looking 
jewelry are particular targets.  Walking in the downtown area after 
dark, even for short distances in well-traveled areas, is considered 
risky.  useful information on guarding valuables and protecting 
personal security while traveling abroad is provided in the 
Department of State pamphlet, "A Safe Trip Abroad".  It is available 
from the Superintendent of Documents,  U.S. Government Printing 
Office, Washington, D.C. 20402.

Terrorist Activities: Specific terrorist groups conduct bombings 
and other violent acts against the Mormon church or other 
institutions identified with the United States.

Drug Penalties: Penalties for possession, use and trafficking in 
illegal drugs are strict, and convicted offenders can expect lengthy 
jail sentences and fines.

Adoptions: Parliamentary consideration of a new Chilean adoption 
law may cause serious delays in the processing of adoption cases.  
Families considering adoption can telephone the State Department's 
Office of Overseas Citizens Services at (202) 647-3712, and contact 
the consular section of the U.S. Embassy before traveling to Chile. 

Tips for Travelers: The Department of State's pamphlet "Tips for 
Travelers to Central and South America" is also available from the 
Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, 
Washington, D.C. 20402.

Registration: Americans who register with the consular section of 
the U.S. Embassy can obtain updated information on travel and 
security within the country.

 No. 92-064



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STATE DEPARTMENT TRAVEL ADVISORY - CHILE
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CHILE - CAUTION
  July 10, 1992

The Department of State recommends that U.S. citizens exercise 
caution when traveling in Chile.  Although Americans can expect to 
visit Chile without incident, bombings and other violent acts 
directed against the Mormon Church or other institutions identified 
with the United States continue to occur.

CRIME:  U.S. visitors should take the following precautions to 
lessen their chances of becoming victims of crime:

- When in downtown Santiago, avoid wearing expensive or 
expensive-looking jewelry.  Women should grip their purses securely. 
 Men should carry their wallets in a front trouser pocket.

- Do not walk in the downtown area after dark, even for short 
distances in well-traveled areas.  Take a taxi.

- In Santiago, as in other large cities, pickpockets thrive on rush 
hour crowding on the street and aboard public transportation.  Stay 
alert to your surroundings.

ADOPTIONS:  Parliamentary consideration of a new Chilean adoption 
law may cause serious delays in the processing of adoption cases.  
Families considering adoption are urged to contact the Consular 
Section of the U.S. Embassy before traveling to Chile. 

U.S. citizens should seek the latest travel information and 
register with the Consular Section of the Embassy, located in 
Santiago at Merced 230, Tel: 671-0133.

 No. 92-141

This advisory replaces the travel advisory of November 20, 1991 by 
providing information on the adoption process in Chile.



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STATE DEPARTMENT TRAVEL ADVISORY - Chile
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Chile - Caution
 November 20, 1991

The Department of State recommends that U.S. citizens exercise
caution when traveling in Chile.  Although Americans can expect to
visit Chile without incident, bombings and other violent acts
directed against the Mormon Church or other institutions identified
with the United States continue to occur.  In addition, visitors to
Chile should take the following precautions to lessen their chances
of becoming victims of crime:

-- When in downtown Santiago, avoid wearing expenseive or
expensive-looking jewely.  Women should grip their purses securely.
Men should carry their wallets in a front trouser pocket.

-- Do not walk in the downtown area after dark, even for short
distances in well-traveled areas.  Take a taxi.

-- In Santiago, as in other large cities, pickpokets thrive on rush
hour crowding on the street and aboard public transportation.  Stay
alert to your surroundings.

U.S. citizens should seek the latest travel information at the
Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy.  Consular offices are located
at 230 Merced, telephone 671-0133.

 No. 91-223

This advisory updates the advisory dated July 19, 1991 by providing
information on crime.



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STATE DEPARTMENT TRAVEL ADVISORY - Chile
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Chile - CAUTION
 July 19, 1991

The Department of State recommends that U.S. citizens exercise
caution when traveling in Chile.  Although Americans can expect to
visit Chile without incident, bombings and other violent acts
directed against the Mormon Church and/or institutions identified
with the United States continue to occur.  U.S. citizens should seek
the latest travel information and register with the Consular Section
of the Embassy, located in Santiago at Merced 230, tel:  671-0133.

 No. 91-149

This advisory replaces the advisory dated December 21, 1990 which
expired.


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