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Working Hours Reduced to 42 Hours by 2026: Is Your Company Ready?
Starting April 26, 2026, the new phase of reduced working hours in Chile will take effect. The legal maximum will decrease from 44 to 42 hours per week.
Travel abroad with Minors (Chile)
If a child or adolescent (under 18 years of age) leaves Chile without traveling with both parents , a valid permit is usually required . Without it, the Investigative Police can prevent their departure.
Reform of the Registry and Notarial System in Chile
Law No. 21,772 introduces a structural reform to the Chilean notarial and registry system , mainly modifying the Organic Code of Courts and the regulations of the Real Estate Registry.
Validation, Recognition and Revalidation of Foreign Degrees in Chile
With the recent publication of the new regulations governing the recognition and revalidation of foreign degrees, it is essential to clarify three concepts that are often confused.
Can a Foreigner Practice Their Profession in Chile with a Degree Obtained Abroad?
The sustained increase in the hiring of international talent (especially in sectors such as technology, energy, construction, mining, and professional services) has repeatedly raised questions.
Key Judicial Criteria Regarding Travel Abroad During Medical Leave
The Superior Courts of Justice have recently issued rulings analyzing the legality of dismissing public officials who traveled abroad while on paid medical leave.
Departures from the Country of People with Dual Nationality
The Comptroller General of the Republic reaffirms the criterion according to which persons with Chilean nationality are subject to national regulations when leaving the country.
Hiring Foreign Talent
Attracting foreign talent without a comprehensive immigration process is a risk companies cannot afford to take.
Outsourcing Legal Services: A Strategic Decision for Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises
Today, companies must not only focus on sales and growth but also comply with an increasingly demanding legal framework.
The Arbitration Clause in International Contracts
When the parties to a contract are domiciled in different countries, it's not enough to simply discuss price, deadlines, and guarantees.
360° Corporate Compliance and Law 21.595 on Economic Crimes
At Cuevas Abogados we understand compliance as a strategic pillar of corporate management, not as an isolated checklist or a reactive response to a crisis.
Income Tax Return for Expatriates in Chile
With the end of the tax year approaching and the obligation to file the Annual Income Tax Return, it is essential that foreign nationals who work or have worked in Chile understand their tax obligations.
Formalities in the Signing of the Employment Contract for Foreigners in Chile
In Chile, hiring foreign workers requires compliance with specific immigration formalities, especially when the worker wishes to apply for temporary residency under the subcategory for legal paid work.
International Arbitration: Strengths and Weaknesses
International arbitration has established itself as a key tool for resolving disputes in the global business landscape. This alternative to judicial litigation offers a private, flexible, and specialized solution for cross-border conflicts.
APEC Card: Facilitating Business Mobility in the Asia-Pacific Region
The APEC Business Travel Virtual Card (ABTVC) is a tool designed to facilitate business travel across the Asia-Pacific region, promoting trade and investment.
Income Tax Declaration for Expatriates in Chile
As the tax year closes and the obligation to file the Annual Income Tax Return (Form 22) approaches, it is essential for foreign individuals who work or have worked in Chile — known as expatriates — to understand their tax obligations before the Chilean Internal Revenue Service (SII).