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* The owner of the vehicle gains entry at Immigration (''Migración''), including a stamp in their Passport.
 
* The owner of the vehicle gains entry at Immigration (''Migración''), including a stamp in their Passport.
 
* The owner must show the new passport stamp and original [[vehicle registration]] to Customs (''Aduana'').
 
* The owner must show the new passport stamp and original [[vehicle registration]] to Customs (''Aduana'').
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* The registered owner is stamped out of Chile at immigration.
 
* The registered owner is stamped out of Chile at immigration.
  
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Insurance is mandatory in Chile, and Police will most likely ask to see it at some point. It's common to buy a policy that covers multiple countries in South America.
 
Insurance is mandatory in Chile, and Police will most likely ask to see it at some point. It's common to buy a policy that covers multiple countries in South America.
  
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''List the frequency and approximate price of toll roads.''
 
''List the frequency and approximate price of toll roads.''
  
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Bribery is not common in Argentina, though it does happen. Do not assume a Police officer is trying to bribe you, as he may take offense, making the situation worse. <br />
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Bribery is not common in Chile, though it does happen. Do not assume a Police officer is trying to bribe you, as he may take offense, making the situation worse. <br />
 
See the [[bribery tips]] page for advice.
 
See the [[bribery tips]] page for advice.
  
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''List the entry requirements and anything else required to travel with a pet.''
 
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* Price information: [http://gasoline-germany.com/international.phtml?land=36 gasoline-germany.com - International Gas / Petrol / Diesel prices - Chile]
  
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Gasoline shortages are not common, and gas stations are frequent, except in the extreme South and North of the country.
 
Gasoline shortages are not common, and gas stations are frequent, except in the extreme South and North of the country.
  
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Gasoline and Diesel are generally thought of as high quality, and very high octane gasoline for performance cars is usually available.
 
Gasoline and Diesel are generally thought of as high quality, and very high octane gasoline for performance cars is usually available.
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* Price information: [http://gasoline-germany.com/international.phtml?land=36 gasoline-germany.com - International Gas / Petrol / Diesel prices - Chile]
 
  
 
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Camping is becomming more common in Chile, and as such campgrounds can usually be found in touristy areas. Many Overlanders road-side camp in the remote parts of Chile.<br />
 
Camping is becomming more common in Chile, and as such campgrounds can usually be found in touristy areas. Many Overlanders road-side camp in the remote parts of Chile.<br />
 
Price for organized campsites is Unknown.
 
Price for organized campsites is Unknown.
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Very high quality road maps of Chile can be purchased in gas stations and book stores throughout the country.
 
Very high quality road maps of Chile can be purchased in gas stations and book stores throughout the country.
  
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* Open Street Map: Appears to have good coverage.<ref>[http://www.openstreetmap.org/?lat=-32.58&lon=-71.14&zoom=6&layers=M OpenStreetMap Chile]</ref>
 
* Open Street Map: Appears to have good coverage.<ref>[http://www.openstreetmap.org/?lat=-32.58&lon=-71.14&zoom=6&layers=M OpenStreetMap Chile]</ref>
 
* Garmin: "Most urban areas with intertown roads".<ref>[https://buy.garmin.com/shop/shop.do?cID=253&pID=98712&ra=true City Navigator® South America NT]</ref>
 
* Garmin: "Most urban areas with intertown roads".<ref>[https://buy.garmin.com/shop/shop.do?cID=253&pID=98712&ra=true City Navigator® South America NT]</ref>
 
* TomTom: Amount of coverage not listed. <ref>[https://www.tomtom.com/en_gb/shop/maps/#deviceSelected=GO%20%28LIVE%29%20820/825&mapSelected=Chile TomTom Map availability]</ref>
 
* TomTom: Amount of coverage not listed. <ref>[https://www.tomtom.com/en_gb/shop/maps/#deviceSelected=GO%20%28LIVE%29%20820/825&mapSelected=Chile TomTom Map availability]</ref>
  
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==GPS co-ordinates for camping, propane, gas, repairs, etc. in {{PAGENAME}}==
 
*[http://www.dare2go.com/campingSA.html#ChileN Camping Sites: Chile North],[http://www.dare2go.com/campingSA.html#ChileS Camping Sites: Chile South]  - Detailed list of campsites and propane filling with description, directions and GPS co-ordinates. Some at hotels (lists facilities and price), some roadside and free.
 
*[http://www.dare2go.com/campingSA.html#ChileN Camping Sites: Chile North],[http://www.dare2go.com/campingSA.html#ChileS Camping Sites: Chile South]  - Detailed list of campsites and propane filling with description, directions and GPS co-ordinates. Some at hotels (lists facilities and price), some roadside and free.
 
*[http://www.questconnect.org/andes_camping.htm Andes Expedition camping Locations] - List of campsites, with basic directions and GPS co-ordinates. Mostly free sites.
 
*[http://www.questconnect.org/andes_camping.htm Andes Expedition camping Locations] - List of campsites, with basic directions and GPS co-ordinates. Mostly free sites.
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* [http://www.xor.org.uk/silkroute/panam2006/gps/index.html The Silk Road Motocaravan Network] - Raw GPS data for waypoints (camping, gas, propane, points of interest and more)
 
* [http://www.xor.org.uk/silkroute/panam2006/gps/index.html The Silk Road Motocaravan Network] - Raw GPS data for waypoints (camping, gas, propane, points of interest and more)
  
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* The extreme southern end of the Carretera Austral (Route 7) is highly regarded among Overlanders and well worth the drive. The road is a dead end at Villa O’Higgins, the extreme Southern end. It is possible to buy extremely expensive gas here, but don't count on it being there.
 
* The extreme southern end of the Carretera Austral (Route 7) is highly regarded among Overlanders and well worth the drive. The road is a dead end at Villa O’Higgins, the extreme Southern end. It is possible to buy extremely expensive gas here, but don't count on it being there.
  
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''Add known good mechanics here.''
 
''Add known good mechanics here.''
  
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==Buying a vehicle as a foreigner==
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'''Buy'''<br/>
 
Foreigners can purchase and register vehicles in Chile, and drive them to any country they choose without limits.
 
Foreigners can purchase and register vehicles in Chile, and drive them to any country they choose without limits.
  
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'''Sell'''<br />
 
The process is long and difficult, but it can be done.
 
The process is long and difficult, but it can be done.
 
A few things to note:
 
A few things to note:

Revision as of 19:04, 20 January 2012


Currency to display:

Entering Chile with a Car or Motorbike

Correct as of: November 2010

Required Paperwork

Process at border

(To check if you need a travel Visa for Chile, application instructions and fees see: Chile Visa online application at VisaHQ.com)

  • The owner of the vehicle gains entry at Immigration (Migración), including a stamp in their Passport.
  • The owner must show the new passport stamp and original vehicle registration to Customs (Aduana).
  • The owner is issued a temporary import permit for the vehicle.

Cost of entry

Free.

Permitted length of stay

Usually the same as the owner, commonly 90 days.

Extension of stay

Unknown.
Describe the process to extend the permitted length of entry for the vehicle, if possible.

Storing a vehicle and temporarily leaving the country

Unknown.
Describe if/how a vehicle can be stored, and for how long.
Also mention if the owner / temporary importer can leave the country while the vehicle is in storage.

Exiting with a vehicle

  • The registered owner presents the temporary import paper to customs.
  • The registered owner is stamped out of Chile at immigration.

Driving in Chile

Insurance requirements

Insurance is mandatory in Chile, and Police will most likely ask to see it at some point. It's common to buy a policy that covers multiple countries in South America.

Cost of insurance

Unknown.
State the price of insurance and a time period.

Where to purchase insurance

Unknown.
Describe where insurance can be purchased.

Driving license

Technically an International Driving Permit is required.
In reality, showing a license from anywhere in the world seems to be good enough.

Driving side of road

Right,
Right hand drive vehicles are permitted without problem.

Mandatory items in vehicle

None.

Roads

General Road quality

Roads in Chile are of excellent quality. All major highways are paved, marked with lines and well signed.

Road signs

Signs are very frequent clear.

Toll roads

Unknown. List the frequency and approximate price of toll roads.

Bribery in Chile

Bribery is not common in Chile, though it does happen. Do not assume a Police officer is trying to bribe you, as he may take offense, making the situation worse.
See the bribery tips page for advice.

Checkpoints

Unknown.
describe the frequency of checkpoints (police or military and what to expect.

Traveling with pets

Unknown.
List the entry requirements and anything else required to travel with a pet.

Gas and Diesel price in Chile

Last updated: November 2010

Currency and unit to display:

Gasoline Grade Price
Regular $730.00 CLP per Liter
Super  ??
Premium  ??
Ultra  ??
Diesel  ??

Gas Availability / Frequency

Gasoline shortages are not common, and gas stations are frequent, except in the extreme South and North of the country.

Gas Quality

Gasoline and Diesel are generally thought of as high quality, and very high octane gasoline for performance cars is usually available.

Safety and Security Considerations

Driving at night

Driving at night is not typically thought of as a problem.

Vehicle parking

Parking vehicles on the street towns during the day and at night is typically OK. Find a secure parking lot in the biggest cities.

Special driving considerations

None.

Security advisories and information

Camping in Chile

Camping is becomming more common in Chile, and as such campgrounds can usually be found in touristy areas. Many Overlanders road-side camp in the remote parts of Chile.
Price for organized campsites is Unknown.

Camping guide books

Unknown.
List and link to books specifically for camping.

Drinking water

Tap water in almost all of Chile is safe to drink. Ask a local to be certain.

Navigation

Paper maps

Very high quality road maps of Chile can be purchased in gas stations and book stores throughout the country.

GPS Maps of Chile

  • Open Street Map: Appears to have good coverage.[1]
  • Garmin: "Most urban areas with intertown roads".[2]
  • TomTom: Amount of coverage not listed. [3]

GPS co-ordinates for camping, propane, gas, repairs, etc. in Chile

Special Overland Travel interests

  • The extreme southern end of the Carretera Austral (Route 7) is highly regarded among Overlanders and well worth the drive. The road is a dead end at Villa O’Higgins, the extreme Southern end. It is possible to buy extremely expensive gas here, but don't count on it being there.

Guide Books

Lonely Planet Chile & Easter Island (travel Guide)
Lonely Planet Chile & Easter Island (travel Guide)
by Lonely Planet, Carolyn McCarthy, Greg Benchwick, J...
From $14.00 on Amazon
Work Less To Live Your Dreams: A Practical Guide To Sa...
Work Less To Live Your Dreams: A Practical Guide To Sa...
by Dan Grec
From $click on Amazon
Don't Go There. It's Not Safe. You'll Die. And Other M...
Don't Go There. It's Not Safe. You'll Die. And Other M...
by LifeRemotely.com
From $click on Amazon
Americas Overland - The Driving Handbook
Americas Overland - The Driving Handbook
by Donald Greene
From $29.95 on Amazon
Overlanders' Handbook: Worldwide Route And Planning Gu...
Overlanders' Handbook: Worldwide Route And Planning Gu...
by Chris Scott
From $22.49 on Amazon
Adventure Motorcycling Handbook: A Route & Planning Gu...
Adventure Motorcycling Handbook: A Route & Planning Gu...
by Chris Scott
From $click on Amazon
Chile Handbook (footprint Handbooks)
Chile Handbook (footprint Handbooks)
by Chris Wallace
From $13.41 on Amazon

Vehicle Maintenance

Dealers

4x4s / Trucks

Motorbikes

Local Garages

Add known good mechanics here.

Buy or sell a car or motorbike in Chile

Buy
Foreigners can purchase and register vehicles in Chile, and drive them to any country they choose without limits.

Sell
The process is long and difficult, but it can be done. A few things to note:

  • If you have a camper or any type of vehicle you can sleep in, when you enter Chile try to get the vehicle type listed as "Camper" on the temporary import papers. This will make it much easier to sell, legally, anywhere in the country.
  • Chile has special "Tax Free Zones" (Zona Franca) (Region XII) (Puerto Natales is a good example) that have different importation laws that the rest of the country. A resident of those zones can legally import a vehicle that is less than 10 years old, though they will have to use a customs agent, deal with a lot of paperwork, pay heavy taxes and fees and the vehicle will be restricted in where in can go within Chile. You will need to find a resident of one of the tax free zones willing to go through the paperwork and expense and sell your vehicle to them. Due to the cost and difficulty, do not expect to receive a large amount for your vehicle.[4] Some people claim to be able to get around the not more than 10 years old rule.

References

  1. ↑ OpenStreetMap Chile
  2. ↑ City Navigator® South America NT
  3. ↑ TomTom Map availability
  4. ↑ Chile Forum - Can I sell my Canadian car in a Zona Franca?

Helpful External links

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