Export Documentation

Export Documentation for Chile: Required Documents

Documents for shipping to or from Chile: core documents, certificates, restricted goods, and customs procedures.

Country
Chile
Customs authority
National Customs Service (Aduana)
Trading bloc
Pacific Alliance, CPTPP
Currency
CLP
Estimated clearance
1-3 days for compliant shipments

RUT (tax ID) required

VAT (19%) on imports

SAG inspection for agricultural products

Very strict phytosanitary controls

Core documents

  • Commercial Invoice (required): Spanish or English
  • Packing List (required): Package contents
  • Bill of Lading / Air Waybill (required): Transport document
  • DIN (Import Declaration) (required): Chilean customs declaration

Additional documents

  • Certificate of Origin: For FTA rates
  • SAG Certificate: For agricultural products
  • ISP Registration: For pharmaceuticals

Special certificates

  • SAG Certification: applies to Agricultural products, issued by SAG.
  • ISP Registration: applies to Pharmaceuticals, issued by ISP.

Customs procedures

  • Electronic filing
  • Risk-based inspection
  • FTA network extensive

Restricted goods

  • Used vehicles
  • Food products
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Agricultural items

Prohibited goods

  • Narcotics
  • Used tires
  • Asbestos
  • Certain weapons

Tips

  • Chile has FTAs with many countries
  • SAG very strict for agricultural
  • San Antonio and Valparaiso main ports

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Frequently asked questions

How strict is Chile on agricultural imports?

Very strict. SAG conducts thorough inspections to protect Chile's agricultural exports.

Does Chile have many FTAs?

Yes, Chile has one of the world's most extensive FTA networks including with EU, US, China, and CPTPP members.