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A company in Chile is an effective gateway to stable markets in Latin America and the Pacific Alliance countries. With no minimum capital requirements, fast registration processes, and a highly educated workforce, the country offers attractive conditions for conducting international business. Economic stability, straightforward company incorporation, and government-backed support programs for startups provide a solid foundation for business growth. Establishing a business in Chile also gives entrepreneurs access to free trade zones and the opportunity to obtain a residence permit.
Optimal solution for family businesses and companies with a limited circle of partners, where personal relationships between participants are important.
Corporate form for large companies, divided into public (Sociedad Anónima Abierta) and private (Sociedad Anónima Cerrada) corporations.
The most popular and flexible form for startups and growing companies, introduced in 2007 to simplify business operations.
Form for representing the interests of a foreign parent company without creating a separate legal entity in Chile.
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iWorld's corporate lawyers carefully study your case, explain the business registration procedure in Chile in detail, and answer any questions you may have.
iWorld specialists will help you choose the optimal form for registering your business, taking into account your wishes and objectives, as well as obtain a Rol Único Tributario tax identification number.
iWorld lawyers help you translate all necessary documents into Spanish and have them notarized, including the memorandum of association in the form of a public deed.
iWorld specialists help you submit an application for the official registration of a commercial organization in Chile and its entry in the Commercial Register (Registro de Comercio).
With the support of iWorld lawyers, you can open a corporate account at any Chilean bank, activate your company with the SII tax authority, and, if necessary, apply for a Chilean residence permit.
When you register a company in Chile, a residence permit is issued together with the corporate license. Along with the main applicant, the following can also obtain resident status in Chile:
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For the first three years, foreign entrepreneurs are taxed only on income earned in Chile, not on income from abroad. This allows for significant tax optimization during the early stages of business development.
Chile is recognized as the most stable economy in South America, with low inflation, a budget surplus, and high international ratings. The country provides a predictable business environment for long-term investments.
As a member of the Pacific Alliance and participant in over 30 free trade agreements, Chile provides businesses with access to markets with a population exceeding 2.5 billion. Developed logistics, a stable economy, and digital company registration make the country a convenient entry point for regional expansion.
All tax reporting is conducted electronically through the tax authority portal (SII). Documents are generated automatically, and calculations are transparent, significantly simplifying business operations.
Small businesses in Chile can use the ProPyme Transparente regime, under which the company pays no corporate tax — profits are taxed only as the personal income of the owners. This applies to annual revenues up to 75,000 UTM (approximately USD 5 million).
Starting and developing a business in Chile allows entrepreneurs and their families to obtain temporary residency with the option to renew. After several years of legal residence, it is possible to transition to permanent residency and citizenship.
The Chilean government supports startups and innovative companies through grants and tax incentives. Foreign entrepreneurs can receive up to USD 80,000 in non-repayable funding and a one-year visa.
A developed legal system and international agreements ensure reliable protection of foreign investors’ rights. Chile ranks among the top countries in Latin America for property rights protection.
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Learn moreThe choice depends on your goals and the scale of your business. SpA is the most popular and flexible form, suitable for startups and growing companies, and can be established by a single founder. SRL is optimal for family businesses with up to 50 members. SA is intended for large projects with potential for attracting investment.
Registering a company in Chile usually takes 15–30 business days and includes document preparation, obtaining a tax identification number, registration in the Trade Registry, and publication in the Diario Oficial. With proper preparation and the use of electronic services, the process can take about two weeks.
Most legal forms in Chile do not require minimum share capital. This applies to SpA, SRL, and EIRL — you can specify any amount or start with zero capital. The exception is SA (corporations), where capital may be required depending on the business sector.
Physical presence is not mandatory. Registration can be completed through a trusted representative with the appropriate powers. However, it is necessary to appoint a local representative for dealings with government authorities, especially the tax service (SII).
Companies in Chile pay corporate tax at 25% or 27% depending on income, and VAT at 19%. Small businesses can use a regime under which corporate tax is not applied. Residency can be obtained through company registration and business operation, with the possibility of extension and eventual transition to permanent residency.
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