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Hiring in Chile

Everything you need to employ talent in Chile — contracts, payroll, leave and costs. Recruitment Room can hire on your behalf as Employer of Record.

Key facts at a glance

Currency
CLP
Employer cost
≈ 4–6%
Payroll cycle
Monthly
Probation
Fixed-term trial
Notice period
30 days
Annual leave
15 working days
Working hours
44 hours / week (reducing)
Capital
Santiago

What employers should know

  • AFP pension funded by employee
  • Mandatory gratification
  • Stable, investor-friendly economy

Contracts

Employment contracts in Chile should set out salary, hours (44 hours / week (reducing)), probation (Fixed-term trial) and notice terms. We issue locally compliant contracts in days.

Payroll & taxes

Payroll typically runs monthly in CLP. Employer social contributions are around ≈ 4–6% of gross salary.

Leave & benefits

Employees are entitled to 15 working days of annual leave plus public holidays. Competitive packages often add health cover and allowances.

Termination

Notice is 30 days. Terminations must follow local procedure — our specialists manage it to reduce risk.

Figures are indicative and change regularly. Confirm current rules with our team before making an offer.