🇨🇱 Import Customs & Duties: Chile
Quick Facts
Umbral libre de impuestos
$30
Paquetes bajo $30, libre de impuestos
IVA / Impuesto
19%
CIF value + duty. No reduced rates. Additional taxes on alcohol, tobacco, luxury goods.
Clearance Time
2-5 days
typical processing
Duty Rates by Category
| Category | Duty Rate | HS Chapter |
|---|---|---|
| Electronics | 6% | HS 85 |
| Clothing | 6% | HS 61-62 |
| Footwear | 6% | HS 64 |
| Food products | 6% | HS 01-24 |
| Machinery | 6% | HS 84 |
| Cosmetics | 6% | HS 33 |
| Books | 0% | HS 49 |
| Toys | 6% | HS 95 |
Rates shown are for standard goods. Exact rate depends on the HS code of your item.
Calculadora de aranceles
Por debajo del umbral de minimis, ¡sin arancel!: $30 USD
Customs Clearance Process
Servicio Nacional de Aduanas uses SISCOMEX electronic system. Chile has a flat 6% duty rate for most goods, one of the simplest tariff structures in the world. Extensive FTA network (EU, US, China, etc.) reduces most duties to 0%.
What to Actually Expect
One of Latin America's most efficient customs systems. Flat 6% duty simplifies calculations. Extensive FTA network means most goods from major partners enter duty-free. Express couriers clear 1-3 days. Postal 3-7 days.
Documentos necesarios
Factura comercial
Descripción, cantidad, valor, datos del remitente y destinatario
Lista de empaque
Descripción detallada del contenido
Declaración aduanera (CN22/CN23)
Requerida para envíos postales
Guía aérea (AWB)
Generada por el transportista al reservar el envío
Certificado de origen
Puede requerirse para aranceles reducidos
Licencia de exportación/importación
Para productos restringidos
Import License Requirements
SAG (Agricultural and Livestock Service) for food and animal products. ISP for pharmaceuticals. SEC for electrical equipment. Generally open trade policy with minimal import restrictions.
Certificate of Origin
Extensive FTA network makes certificates crucial. Self-certification accepted under CPTPP and Pacific Alliance. EUR.1 for EU-Chile FTA. Certificates issued by Santiago Chamber of Commerce.
Learn more →Artículos prohibidos y restringidos
Prohibidos
- xNarcóticos y drogas ilegales
- xExplosivos y materiales inflamables
- xArmas y municiones
- xProductos falsificados
- xMoneda y documentos falsos
Restringidos (requiere permiso)
- !Medicamentos
- !Alimentos y bebidas
- !Plantas y semillas
- !Electrónica (baterías de litio)
- !Perfumes y cosméticos
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Estimación de aranceles
Cargos de importación estimados al enviar mercancías a Chile:
| Valor del producto | Arancel | IVA/Impuesto | Total a pagar |
|---|---|---|---|
| $50 | $1 | $10 | $11 |
| $100 | $4 | $20 | $24 |
| $200 | $10 | $40 | $50 |
| $500 | $28 | $100 | $129 |
| $1000 | $58 | $201 | $259 |
Solo estimaciones. Los aranceles reales dependen de la categoría del producto.
Rutas populares a Chile
Preguntas frecuentes
What is the duty-free threshold for Chile?
The duty-free (de minimis) threshold for imports into Chile is $30. Goods valued below this amount are exempt from customs duties.
What is the VAT rate on imports to Chile?
The VAT/tax rate on imports to Chile is 19%. VAT applies to: CIF value + duty. No reduced rates. Additional taxes on alcohol, tobacco, luxury goods.
How long does customs clearance take in Chile?
Typical customs clearance in Chile takes 2-5 days. Express shipments usually clear faster.
What documents are needed to import into Chile?
To import into Chile, you typically need: commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading/airway bill, and customs declaration. Some goods may require a certificate of origin or import license.
What items are prohibited from import into Chile?
Chile prohibits the import of narcotics, weapons, counterfeit goods, certain animal products, and hazardous materials. Restrictions may also apply to alcohol, tobacco, pharmaceuticals, and certain electronics.