Chile Import Duties & Taxes Explained

Chile charges a 6% customs duty on most imported goods, calculated on the total CIF value (cost of goods plus shipping and insurance). Since Stackry is a forwarding service rather than the original seller, you should expect to pay this 6% duty plus 19% VAT when your shipment arrives in Chile, with no duty-free threshold to rely on.

Stackry does not charge shipping fees to Chile on this page—what you'll pay are import taxes and duties when your shipment arrives. Your Chilean shipment will be subject to 19% VAT (IVA) plus 6% customs duty on the total landed cost (item value, shipping, and insurance), with no duty-free threshold since late 2025, and you should also budget for carrier handling fees of $15–30 USD.

The 19% tax in Chile is the Import VAT (IVA), which applies to almost all imports regardless of value. For your shipment, this VAT is calculated on the total landed cost including the value of goods, shipping, insurance, and any customs duty.

No, the previous $41 USD exemption was abolished in late 2025. Almost all imports into Chile are now subject to VAT regardless of value.

Taxes are based on the CIF value, which includes the cost of goods, insurance, and freight. The 6% duty is added first, then the 19% VAT is applied to that total.

Yes, Chile calculates taxes on the total landed cost including shipping and insurance. Your freight charges are part of the base used to calculate both duty and VAT.

Yes, carriers like DHL or FedEx typically charge a handling fee of $15–$30 USD for processing paperwork. This is separate from the taxes collected by Customs.

The National Customs Service (*Servicio Nacional de Aduanas*) determines the charges, and your carrier usually collects them on delivery or before release.

Yes, items like fine jewelry or high-end electronics may incur an additional Luxury Tax of 15% or more on top of the standard VAT and duty.

You can estimate by adding 6% duty and 19% VAT to your item value plus shipping. However, final charges are determined by Chilean Customs and the carrier.