Country Guide

Chile customs import limits

Official duty-free allowances for alcohol, tobacco, cash, medicines, and other goods when entering Chile. See what you can bring before you fly.

Cash declaration threshold

This is one of the most important declaration rules travelers check before entering Chile.

Category Cash
All travelers Declaration rules
Cash and monetary instruments Declaration from USD 10,000
Declaration required
Cash, monetary instruments, and equivalent value checks can apply above the threshold shown for USD.

More Chile customs limits

Exact thresholds for all categories are available in the app. Download CustomsLimit to check your full trip before you fly.

Spirits (over 22% alcohol) ••• liters
Duty-free limit
Spirits & liqueurs (up to 22%) ••• liters
Duty-free limit
Still wine ••• liters
Duty-free limit
Beer ••• liters
Duty-free limit
Tobacco (cigarettes, cigars, pipe) ••• pieces / grams
Duty-free limit
Medicines (uncontrolled / OTC) Personal use only — conditions apply
Restricted
Controlled substances / narcotics Authorization required
Restricted
Meat, dairy & animal products See app for conditions
Restricted / Prohibited
General food items ••• kg limit
Duty-free limit
Live plants & plant products Phytosanitary cert. may apply
Restricted
Cultural artifacts & antiques Authorization may be required
Restricted

Exact limits, declaration thresholds, age restrictions, and combined rules for all categories are available free in the CustomsLimit app for Chile and 59 other countries.

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Surprising restriction for Chile

Declare USD 10,000 or more (or equivalent) in cash and bearer negotiable instruments using the official Formulario Declaración de Dinero Art. 4 Ley 19.913. Failure to declare: Customs retains funds and may initiate criminal proceedings.

The CustomsLimit app shows the full traveler context for Chile before you travel.

About Chile customs

Chile's customs rules are administered by aduana.cl / sag.gob.cl / ispch.gob.cl / dgac.gob.cl. Traveler allowances and restrictions can vary based on where you are arriving from, your age, and the type of goods you carry.

Traveler rules can change based on route, age, item type, and whether goods are for personal use. CustomsLimit helps you check the full country guide for Chile before travel.

Chile customs — frequently asked questions

How much cash can I carry into Chile without declaring it?
Chile applies the declaration rule shown above for cash and equivalent monetary instruments. Travelers carrying more than the threshold must declare it before continuing through customs.
What is the duty-free alcohol allowance for Chile?
Chile has country-specific alcohol limits that can change based on the type of alcohol and the traveler route. The page above shows one example, while the CustomsLimit app shows the full alcohol breakdown for Chile.
Do I need to declare cash when entering Chile?
Declare USD 10,000 or more (or equivalent in any currency including Chilean pesos) on entry and exit. Includes cash and bearer negotiable instruments. Official form: Formulario Declaración de Dinero Art. 4 Ley 19.913. Failure to declare: Customs retains the funds and may initiate criminal action. The CustomsLimit app shows the declaration rule in the context of the rest of your trip.

Check all Chile limits free in the app

CustomsLimit covers Chile and 59 other countries with exact thresholds, combined limits, age restrictions, and declaration rules. Free to download.

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