he APEC Business Travel Virtual Card (ABTVC) is a tool designed to facilitate business travel across the Asia-Pacific region, promoting trade and investment.

Benefits of the ABTVC

– Visa-free entry: Allows entry into participating economies for business purposes without needing an additional visa or permit.
– Priority airport treatment: Cardholders benefit from designated lanes and expedited immigration processing at major airports in participating countries.
– Eligibility extended: Spouses and adult children who work are also eligible to apply.

Validity and Conditions of Use

– The ABTVC is valid for the duration of the holder’s passport, up to a maximum of five years from issuance.
– It must be presented alongside a valid passport.
– Each entry permits a stay of up to 90 days.

Participating Economies

The following economies are part of the ABTVC system:
🇦🇺 Australia | 🇧🇳 Brunei | 🇨🇳 China | 🇭🇰 Hong Kong | 🇮🇩 Indonesia | 🇯🇵 Japan | 🇰🇷 Korea | 🇲🇾 Malaysia | 🇲🇽 Mexico | 🇳🇿 New Zealand | 🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea | 🇵🇪 Peru | 🇵🇭 Philippines | 🇸🇬 Singapore | 🇹🇭 Thailand | 🇹🇼 Chinese Taipei | 🇻🇳 Vietnam | 🇨🇱 Chile

Important: The United States and Canada do not approve ABTVC applications but allow cardholders (approved by Australia) to use fast-track immigration lanes.

Requirements to Obtain the ABTVC

– Be a Chilean national with a valid passport (regular or official).
– Have no criminal record or convictions for crimes or misdemeanors.
– Be a businessperson or government official involved in APEC-related activities.
– Have no negative commercial background.

Definition of Businessperson: Individuals engaged in the trade of goods, provision of services, investment, or productive economic activities who frequently travel within the Asia-Pacific region.

Required Documentation

– Completed ABTC application form.
– Color passport-sized photo (4×4 cm).
– Copy of valid passport.
– Special-purpose criminal background certificate (from Civil Registry).
– Certificate from a business association confirming businessperson status, or for government officials, a certificate issued by APEC-DIRECOM (Ministry of Foreign Affairs).
– Proof of payment for the ABTVC.

Provisional Approval

– To speed up processing, applicants may select up to five economies for accelerated approval.

Conclusion

The ABTVC is a key tool for business mobility in the Asia-Pacific region, streamlining entry and reducing immigration processing time. Interested individuals are advised to review the requirements and submit their applications well in advance.