There are many reasons why Chile makes an excellent investment destination.
- Chile ranks 21st in Transparency International's widely respected Corruption Perception Index 2010 – above USA, France, Spain and other EU nations. In South and Central America, only Uruguay (24th) comes close to Chile’s ranking, with the next ranking country, Cuba, in 61st place and Peru in 75th. Argentina ranks joint 105th, alongside Kazakhstan, Moldova and Senegal and 18 places below Liberia.
- Chile is the only country in the region with a police force renowned for its honesty and incorruptibility; Chile’s carabineros take their work extremely seriously and will never accept a bribe. This is a feature of Chilean society as a whole.
- Chile’s Standard and Poor’s Sovereign Credit Rating is A+
- The country's Moody’s Sovereign Debt Rating was upgraded in early 2009 to A1.
- Chile is ranked by the Economist Intelligence Unit as one of the lowest risk countries in the world for foreign investment.
- Chile’s financial and legal systems are uniquely effective and efficient in South America.
- Santiago is a modern, pulsing city that has improved dramatically over the past few years. It is now home to excellent bars, sidewalk cafes and restaurants and has many exceptional museums, parks and attractions.
- You do not need to be a resident to own property in Chile. You can purchase real estate as a tourist and be afforded the same legal rights and protection as a resident.
- There is a huge range of residential, commerical and agricultural real estate for sale in Chile that can suit the requirements of every investor, from seaside properties with stunning views over the Pacific, city apartments, mountain lodges, historic Colonial houses, hotels and lodges and country getaways amongst others.
- Chile has a long tradition of respecting personal-property rights.
- Chile is a world-famous and award-winning wine producer.
- Chile has free-trade agreements with many countries and trading blocks around the world, including the USA, Canada, New Zealand, the European Union, China, Japan and most South American countries.
- In February 2010, Chile and the USA signed a new tax treaty to help ensure that citizens are not double-taxed and to improve communication between the IRS and SII. This with the intention to help cross-border trade and individuals living and working in either country.
- Chile is a major producer and exporter of high-quality fruit and vegetables.
- Chile is the southern hemisphere’s largest fruit exporter.
- Chile is now the largest exporter of table grapes, cherries and apples to China.
- Chile is the world’s largest exporter of table grapes and plums. It is the second largest exporter of avocados and the third largest exporter of kiwis.
- Other major fruit crops include blueberries, strawberries, peaches, oranges, grapefruit, lemons and tomatoes.
- Chile’s agricultural land is exceptional value and ranges from 3 to 10 times less than comparable land in North America and Europe.
- Chile’s unique geography and strict customs laws ensure that the country is largely free of major fruit and vegetable pests.
- Chile’s climate is perfect for the cultivation of vines, fruits and vegetables, and olives.
- Chile welcomes foreign investors and there are no limits on foreign investment.
- Foreign investors have the same legal rights as local investors.
