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Santander Chile桑坦德智利

Chile 传统银行 In-branch required Non-residents OK ★ 4
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Minimum depositSmall opening deposit of about 1,000 pesos
Monthly feeBasic account free; current account about US$3-9/month
Minimum balanceNo minimum balance
How to apply—
Processing timeAbout 1 hour in branch; activation takes a few days
Institution typeTraditional Bank
Data baseline 2026-10. Editor-verified, but rules change — confirm with the official site before applying. Data transparency →

About this bank

Advantages

  • Major foreign bank with broad international network
  • Solid digital platform
  • Open to RUT holders
  • Multi-currency services

Things to note

  • Current account usually needs permanent residency
  • Traditional account fees are higher
  • Limited English in some branches

Documents required

  • Valid RUT
  • Passport or foreigner ID card
  • Proof of address
  • Income or employment proof (current account)

RUT required; current-account thresholds are higher

Opening offers & benefits

Standing benefits

These are stable, standing account benefits (not time-limited) — available as long as you qualify:

No Monthly FeeNon-ResidentMulti-Currency
Bank offers change frequently by region and quarter. Checked 2026-10; follow the bank's official promo page.

FAQ

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Having documents ready lowers the chance of rejection; policies change, so confirm with the bank before applying.

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