Published on 1 February 2026

Chile: Import and customs regulations

You can import certain quantities of personal effects up to a specific value into Chile duty-free and do not have to declare them.

Chile imposes import restrictions or bans on certain goods. Further information on import regulations is available on the Chilean customs authority website.

Chilean customs (Spanish)

Information on import requirements is available on the website of the Chilean customs authorities.

Chilean customs

Items subject to authorisation or approval (Spanish)

A special permit is needed to import some items into Chile.

Duties and charges (Spanish)

Duties and charges are payable on certain imported goods.

Prohibitions and restricted items (Spanish)

For certain items, importation into Chile is prohibited or special permission must be obtained.

Motor vehicles (Spanish)

Rules on importing vehicles, boats and aircraft.

Swiss banking services for Swiss citizens abroad

Current situation

In view of stricter international regulatory requirements in recent years, financial institutions have become increasingly sensitive to potential legal and reputational risks, especially in relation to cross-border banking services. Swiss financial institutions therefore provide no or only limited access to certain financial services to individuals living outside Switzerland. Nevertheless, subject to local and Swiss legal provisions, many still offer current accounts to Swiss nationals living in various countries.

Talk with your bank as soon as possible about your options

The relationship between customers and their bank is governed by private law. If you are planning to relocate abroad or return to Switzerland, you are advised to talk with your bank to find out what regulations apply in your case and what options best meet your needs.