Buying Property in Chile: Foreigner’s Guide
Learn if foreigners can buy property in Chile, border zone rules, costs, mortgages, earthquake standards, and pitfalls.
September 6, 2026Section
Chile News in English
Chile news in English from The Rio Times — Santiago politics, economy, copper markets and culture.
Armed Gangs Strip Metal From Chile’s Copper Train Wagons
Gangs in northern Chile are boarding moving copper train wagons and throwing metal slabs to accomplices, in tactics analysts call...
September 6, 2026
Chile hosts Falklands trade mission despite sovereignty row
A Falklands trade mission visits Punta Arenas, Chile, for a new sea route. Chile backs Argentina's claim, making the trip...
September 6, 2026
Chile Relocation: Visa to Bank in 90 Days
Learn the exact order: visa, RUT, bank account, housing, health, driving, school, customs, and first-90-day checklist for Chile.
September 6, 2026 Chile Cost of Living: Budgets for Expats
Learn Chile's cost of living for expats: monthly budgets for Santiago, Valparaíso, Concepción, La Serena, plus healthcare and rent.
September 6, 2026
Deep Purple in Santiago, Chile: The Rock Legends’ Farewell-Era Show at the Movistar Arena on December 8, 2026
Deep Purple play Santiago, Chile on December 8, 2026 at the Movistar Arena — tickets from CLP 40,250 (about US$42)...
September 6, 2026
Chinese Automakers Reshape Chile’s Car Market
Chinese automakers and SUVs are reshaping Chile's car market, as BYD's record shipment shows electric and hybrid sales still lag...
September 6, 2026
Record Copper Prices Reshape Chile’s 2027 Budget
Chile copper price hit a record US$6.60 a pound this week, but the government's 2027 budget still assumes just US$5.37...
September 6, 2026 Chile Visa & Residency Guide for Expats
Learn Chile's post-2022 visa categories, temporary residence, permanent residence, costs, timelines, and naturalization rules.
September 6, 2026