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Shipping to and from Chile

Customs clearance, duties, ports, Incoterms and freight forwarding — explained for companies that move cargo in and out of Chile. Written by a Chilean freight forwarder with in-house customs brokerage.

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Container ships maneuvering in port, viewed from above, on a Europe-Chile route

Oct 14, 2026

Shipping from Europe to Chile: A Practical Guide

A practical guide to shipping from Europe to Chile: sea vs. air freight, transit times, and the customs clearance step European shippers often miss.

Ship, plane and trucks with containers in an international trade operation

Oct 14, 2026

Incoterms for Chile Trade: What Buyers Should Know

A practical guide to FOB, CIF, DDP and FCA for shipments to and from Chile, including the DDP risk foreign sellers often miss.

Ship, plane and trucks handling cargo in an international trade operation

Oct 9, 2026

Import Duties and Taxes in Chile: What to Know

A practical breakdown of Chile general tariff, VAT, and the CIF-based calculation importers and buyers need before shipping.

Dos profesionales con chaleco reflectante revisando documentos en una bodega

Oct 8, 2026

Freight Forwarder vs Customs Broker: What's the

A freight forwarder moves your cargo; a licensed customs broker clears it through Chilean customs. Here is how the two roles differ and work together.