CustomsChile
Traffic rules
Chile
1. Customs
Customs is the government authority responsible for controlling goods entering or leaving a country or customs territory. In road traffic, a customs checkpoint is a place where drivers may be required to stop so officers can inspect the vehicle, luggage, cargo and relevant documents.
Customs controls may take place at borders, ports, ferry terminals, airports or inland control locations. Drivers must follow all traffic signs, lane signals, barriers and instructions from customs officers. Declaration requirements depend on the countries involved and on the type, value, quantity and intended use of the goods being carried.
Which customs authority should drivers consult for travel to Chile?
Consult Chile’s National Customs Service, Servicio Nacional de Aduanas, about the goods, luggage and vehicle requirements for your journey. Check SAG agricultural and biosecurity controls where relevant. Customs declarations are separate from passport checks, road tolls and ordinary traffic controls.
Do customs requirements depend on the route and goods when entering Chile?
Yes. The customs procedure depends on the goods carried, their value and purpose, your travel circumstances and whether the vehicle or goods are only entering temporarily. Check the national passenger and import guidance; another country’s allowance is not a local exemption.
What should motorists check before declaring goods in Chile?
Check both customs and biosecurity or agricultural controls before travel. Food, plants, animal products and other controlled items can require declaration even where they have little value. Complete the required arrival declaration accurately and ask an officer if unsure.
