Advisory Insights
Practical, plain-language guides on Chilean tax, invoicing, labor law, banking and company formation from our bilingual team.
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· 5 min read
Why Chile is the strongest base for a Latin American regional HQ: investment grade ratings, 37 tax treaties, 34 trade agreements and a falling tax rate.
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Chile's Reconstruction Law cuts corporate tax from 27% to 23% by 2029, but benefits arrive in layers. South Gate's view of the calendar.
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A Swedish company needs to operate in Chile fast. We compare the EOR model with shelf companies, and a third option with an active bank account.
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Why South Gate’s Shelf Companies in Chile Exist, and the Problem We Solve Chile promotes itself as a 'one-day company' jurisdiction, and on paper, that’s…
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At South Gate, we review LinkedIn daily and are inundated with articles, posts, metrics, opinions, and conclusions about the current impact of AI on the…
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We are thrilled to announce the official launch of our Shelf Companies, designed specifically for foreign clients looking for a fast and seamless entry…
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Investors are usually asked to choose between a stable market and a cheap entry point: the two rarely arrive together. Chile in 2026 is the exception. A…
· 4 min read
For foreign executives considering capital deployment in Latin America, the decision typically hinges on three key questions: Does the country offer what…
· 9 min read
Operating a company in Chile involves adhering to a regular cycle of monthly tax obligations, irrespective of business activity or revenue. Failure to…
· 5 min read
Closing a business in Chile goes far beyond simply shutting the doors. There is a formal tax procedure called término de giro that quietly trips up…
· 4 min read
Previously, we discussed the critical role of the local legal representative for businesses operating in Chile and highlighted how some back-office…
· 9 min read
Understanding Chile’s Two-Month VAT Deferral: Why It Matters for All Companies, Regardless of Credit Sales VAT in Chile works on an accrual basis: the…
· 6 min read
Before issuing its first invoice or any official tax document in Chile, a company must complete a mandatory registration with the Servicio de Impuestos…
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When a foreign company decides to begin operations in Chile, one of the first decisions it must make is how it will engage the individuals who will carry…
· 7 min read
A plain-language guide to facturas, boletas, and every document in between If you have conducted business in Chile, whether as a buyer, seller,…
· 3 min read
If you operate a business in Chile, hire freelancers, or engage professional services such as consulting, legal, or design work, you may have noticed that…
· 5 min read
Dissolution and liquidation are distinct processes, and it is essential to understand their differences and legal origins, as they play a fundamental role…
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Chile was one of the first countries in Latin America to implement electronic invoicing on a large scale. Today, every business-to-business transaction is…
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Let us begin with a widely recognized premise: The banking system in Chile presents significant challenges, with numerous hurdles and unexpected…
· 3 min read
In a dynamic, internationally oriented economy, it is common for local companies to engage in commercial transactions with foreign third parties.…
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A friendly guide to what it is, who it affects, and how to stay on the right side of it If your business pays for Netflix, Spotify, Google Ads, Microsoft…
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You purchased a machine for your business, an important investment. However, you may be wondering whether you can deduct the entire cost immediately. This…
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Chile's accounting landscape changed forever, but most businesses are still operating like it's 2005. Here's a no-nonsense breakdown of what's going on,…
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What the Tax Authorities automatically assign when you register your company may not be right for your actual situation. When an entrepreneur decides to…
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Back-Office providers frequently get this so wrong: They target existing clients for cross-selling services they neither fully comprehend nor are…
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Every single company based and operating in Chile needs to have a registered fiscal address with local Tax Authorities; it is that simple. We have seen…
· 3 min read
No Lead or Introductory Paragraph needed, let´s just cut right to it: All foreign companies looking to operate and do business in Chile need to have a…
· 3 min read
The process of opening companies in Chile involves not only business and tax decisions but also a proper understanding of the Chilean labor framework and…
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Discover the best ways to fund a Subsidiary Company in Chile. Learn how a Subsidiary Company can benefit from loan agreements and capital increases.
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When it comes to Company Incorporation Processes, we have seen it countless times: a neat list of activities with no clear time estimates, leaving ample…
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International companies looking to expand their business and operations to Chile need to tackle a very important question from the get-go: What sort of…
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