Ways to Operate in Chile

Overview of most common ways to run a business in Chile

Nonresidents can conduct business in Chile through various methods, such as the following:

• appointing a representative

• registering an agency or branch

• incorporating a Company Limited by Shares (SpA) - Recommended

• forming a partnership or corporation (SRL or SA)

• creating an individual limited liability company

• or using a general or limited partnership

Company Limited by Shares or Sociedad por Acciones (SpA) is the most popular company type for investors:

• No minimum capital requiered

• flexibility in management

• scalability capabilities

• possibility of incorporating with a sole shareholder,