Business
Chile — Business: Company Formation
Chile lets you create a company online free through Tu Empresa en un Día, with the SII assigning the RUT, though start of activities must still be declared.
Why this matters
A relocating person may need to form a company in Chile for tax, financial, or operational reasons.
Key facts
- The portal, run by the Ministry of Economy, lets you incorporate online at no cost, with the SII assigning the RUT once every partner signs.
- Partners sign with an Advanced Electronic Signature or in person before a notary if they lack one.
- The portal covers company types including E.I.R.L., Sociedad Anónima Cerrada and SCA; other sources list SpA and Ltda., so check the current list.
- After incorporation the company still has to declare start of activities with the SII.
Steps
- Step 1: Choose a Name — The name of the company must be unique and comply with Chilean naming conventions. A search of existing company names must be performed before registration.
- Step 2: Appoint Directors and Shareholders — The company must have at least one director and shareholder. The directors and shareholders can be the same person or entity.
- Step 3: File Registration Documents — The company's articles of incorporation and other registration documents must be filed with the Chilean Commerce Registry (Registro de Comercio).