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ENLegal source: Ley N° 20.190; Registro de Empresas y Sociedades
Yes, an SpA can be incorporated fully online in Chile through the Business and Corporate Registry, without an in-person notary in most cases. It requires a prior investor RUT, electronic signature from all shareholders, and then filing the start-of-activities notice with the tax authority via Form 4415.
Chile allows a Stock Corporation (SpA) to be incorporated fully online through the Business and Corporate Registry, without needing an in-person notary in most cases.
What prerequisites do you need?
Before starting the online process, foreign shareholders need an investor RUT and, if acting through a representative, a duly legalized or apostilled power of attorney (depending on the country of origin).
How does the online process work?
The process takes place on the Business and Corporate Registry portal, where the bylaws are completed using standard templates or a custom version drafted by a lawyer. Once electronically signed by all shareholders, the company is registered and automatically published.
What comes after registration?
Registration is not the end of the process — you still need to file the start-of-activities notice with the Internal Revenue Service (Form 4415), obtain the company’s RUT, and, in most cases, open a corporate bank account, which is usually the step that takes longest for investors without residency in Chile.
What’s the most common mistake when incorporating an SpA?
Signing a generic bylaws template without adapting key clauses — such as quorums, share transfer rules, or dispute resolution — can create avoidable corporate conflicts months later. A legal review before signing is worth it, not after.
Frequently Asked Questions
No, in most cases the process is fully online.
Yes, through electronic signature and, if needed, a representative with power of attorney.
Filing the start-of-activities notice with the tax authority (Form 4415) and opening a bank account.
How Izquierdo Deramond Consultores Can Help
At IDC we provide legal representation and company incorporation for foreign investors in Chile, coordinating every step from signing the bylaws to your company’s day-to-day operation. If you’re evaluating this process, let’s talk or reach us on WhatsApp.
Legal notice: This article is provided for general informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal, tax, accounting, or other professional advice, and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional advice tailored to your specific situation. Cited rules may change; always verify the current version. To discuss your case, please contact Izquierdo Deramond Consultores.