Business and Money in Chile
In this section, you will find everything you need to know about doing business in Santiago. There is information on finding a job, business laws, banking and a list of qualified
interpreters. Even if you did not come to Chile on business, you may want to make a little extra cash to fund your trip and you will most certainly need to visit a money exchange.
Job Search
Chilean employers will request a CV or curriculum. The CV is simply a resume that lists your work experience relevant to the position. Employers seeking English speakers sometimes advertise positions in English, but they will still refer to your resume as a CV. More Chile Job Search Info...
Taxes
Chile has three tax categories: First Category, Second Category and Additional Tax. First Category taxes apply to businesses and independent or freelance professionals. More Info on Taxes in Chile...
Business Laws
The local representatives of foreign companies - the resident responsible for the companies accounting books - must be authorized with power of attorney. More on Chilean Business Law...
Business Culture
Chilean business culture is considered relatively relaxed. It is not considered necessary to return phone calls promptly. Tardiness is almost a matter of course More on Business Culture in Chile...
Teaching English
Travelers who want to make extra money while they are in Chile often opt to teach English. Read about Teaching English in Chile...
Money Exchange
The Chilean currency is the peso (Ch$). Paper money is issued in notes of 500, 1,000, 2,000, 5,000, 10,000 and 20,000. If you attempt to pay with a 10,000 or 20,000 peso note at smaller businesses you may be turned away. More on Money Exchange in Chile...
Banking
Banks are open on weekdays from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Read about Banking in Chile...
ATM's
ATMs are a convenient way to obtain cash in Santiago. There are cash machines throughout Santiago. ATMs are accessible 24 hours at any bank. More about ATMs in Chile...
Credit Cards
Credit cards are widely accepted in Chile. Many businesses accept Visa and Mastercard, while fewer accept American Express and Diners Club. Learn about Credit Cards in Chile...
Interpreters
Many individual interpreters will provide translation services for around US$180 day. Find Interpreters in Chile...
Office Space:
Office spaces are listed in the classified sections of El Mercurio. The newspaper can be found at virtually any newsstand in Santiago. It costs 300 pesos (US$0.50) Monday through Saturday and 500 pesos (US$0.85) on Sunday. Check in the "Propiedades" (properties) columns of section B "Economia y Negocios." The 300 section has offices for rent and the 400 section has offices for sale. In both these sections the offices are listed under "oficinas, locales y otros." Find Office Space in Chile...
Business Organizations
The following are business groups that represent members of the local and international business community in Santiago. These organizations are vital contacts for guidance in doing business in Chile and help becoming a part of the business community. Learn More about Chilean Business Organizations...
Calendar/Time Zones:
Business hours in Chile are from 8:30 or 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 or 7:00 p.m. Between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. it is difficult to make any business contacts. Banks are only open from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on weekdays. Read about the Chilean Calendar...
