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🇨🇱 Corporate Tax in Chile

Headline rate: 27%

Stock Company (SpA)

Chile applies a 27% corporate income tax (First Category Tax — Impuesto de Primera Categoría) under the general Semi-Integrated Regime. Under this regime, shareholders receive a 65% credit for corporate taxes paid when dividends are distributed. The SME regime (Régimen Pro-Pyme) offers a 25% rate for companies with annual revenue up to 75,000 UF (~$3 million) with full integration (100% credit). VAT (IVA) is 19% on goods and services. Withholding tax on dividends to non-residents is 35% (less the 65% corporate tax credit under the Semi-Integrated Regime, resulting in an effective additional tax of ~9.45%). Chile has OECD-aligned transfer pricing rules and a CFC regime.

Key Facts

  • Double tax treaties: 34
  • Memberships: WTO, UN, OAS, OECD, Pacific Alliance, APEC, CPTPP
  • Legal system: Civil law (based on Spanish and French codes)
  • Fiscal year: January – December

This content is educational and does not constitute legal or tax advice. Always consult a qualified professional for your specific situation. Data last verified March 2026.