Chile

Chile is an attractive market for Swiss SMEs and an ideal pilot country and hub in Latin America. It offers political and economic stability, legal certainty and a business friendly environment. The relation to Switzerland is well established with a Free Trade Agreement (EFTA), a double tax treaty and investment protection agreement. More than 200 Swiss firms have established in Chile. Especially Cleantech companies and innovative SMEs of other sectors like Life Sciences, Agritech, Medtech and Construction find great opportunities.

Market information

Are you considering entering the Chilean market? Are you already active in Chile and need tips, advice or support with your next steps? Do you have technical or regulatory questions?

In this section we provide you with guides, checklists and background information on doing business in Chile - specifically for Swiss SMEs and start-ups.

Basics

Business Guide
Overview of the regulatory requirements ("Legal provisions")
Basic adresses
Factsheet for StartUps

Exporting products to Chile

Factsheet customs' regimes in Chile
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Chile's Economy and Economic Policy

Report by the Swiss Embassy in Santiago de Chile
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Industry Information

Chile offers opportunities in different sectors. In this section we highlight interesting potential for selected Swiss industries and explain how to exploit it.

Fact Sheet

Opportunities for Swiss Companies in Projects of Metro and Railways in Chile

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In this this brochure you will find an introduction to the metro and railway system in Chile, an overview of the projects-pipeline worth 13,5bn U...
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Chile’s multi-billion-dollar sector aspires to become greener

Overview of a Chilean mine
In Latin America, the implementation of sustainable technologies is a central theme of climate change policy. Environmental regulations are being...
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Swiss cleantech in the construction sector in Chile

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Chile’s government plans to boost its economy with substantial investments in its infrastructure – a great potential not only for big players but...
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Agritech in Chile

Agritech in Chile
Chile is one of the leading food exporters worldwide. The local Agritech industry provides interesting opportunities for Swiss companies. Interes...
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The Future of Electromobility in the Mining Industry in Chile

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In Latin America, the implementation of sustainable technologies is a central theme of climate change policy. Environmental regulations are being...
Industry Report

Green Hydrogen in Chile: How Swiss SME's can contribute and benefit

Green Hydrogen
International studies show that Chile's enormous wealth of renewable energy would allow it to produce the most competitive green hydrogen on th...
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Events and Trade Fairs

Especially for SMEs it is important to feel a new market to really understand its potential fit. Our business trips and events take you to the country and our events - webinars or in-person - in Switzerland allow you to exchange with experts and peers and leverage our network for your growth.

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Export consulting South America: Brazil, Chile, Argentina, and Uruguay / Paraguay

Country consulting South America: Brazil, Chile, Argentina, and Uruguay / Paraguay
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Relevant news for Swiss firms

The role of governments for international business is ever increasing. In this section you can find relevant news about market entry in Chile.

News

New Swiss Business Hub in Chile

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The Trade Point Chile of Switzerland Global Enterprise (S-GE) and the Federal Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) will be expanded into the Swiss...
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The important role of Chile towards a more sustainable world

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As a former Minister of the Environment, University Professor and Director of an important Climate Action Center, Marcelo Mena is a key policymak...
Export Perspectives

COVID-19’s Impact on the Cleantech Theme

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The Covid-19 pandemic has created a global economic and social crisis, significantly impacting all aspects of life. However, there are innovators...
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Mark Untersander: “The term ‘Switzerland’ evokes positive emotions in Chile.”

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Chile has developed into an interesting target country for Swiss cleantech solutions. But how does this market work, and where is the potential f...

References

Experience reports from Swiss enterpreneurs on the challenges when entering the Chilean market and recommendations how to succeed.

Export Knowhow

How IST Group successfully launched AQUA4D into the Chilean market

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AQUA4D offers solutions which reduce the water consumption and the use of chemicals in agricultural production by 30%. Felipe Villarino, official...
Success stories

“In a foreign country, you need a reliable network”: Success factors for GEOTEST in Chile

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The Swiss company GEOTEST offers its services in the field of geosciences across the globe; this also includes Chile, where it has been active fo...
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How Geobrugg is aiming to fully exploit Chile’s market potential

Gabriel von Rickenbach, General Manager Americas at Geobrugg in Chile
From his base in Santiago de Chile, Gabriel von Rickenbach manages Geobrugg’s business in North and South America. In an interview, he tells us h...

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