Chile virtual phone numbers — buy a Santiago, Valparaíso or Concepción DID
Get a real Chilean virtual phone number — Santiago 22, Valparaíso 32, Concepción 41, plus toll-free 800. Chile abolished trunk prefixes in 2017. SUBTEL does not require KYC for standard numbers. From $2.00/month.
What is a Chile virtual phone number?
A Chilean virtual phone number is a real Chile DID delivered over SIP. Chile abolished trunk prefixes in 2017 — Chilean numbers are now dialed as 9 digits without any leading 0, both nationally and from abroad (after +56). Santiago uses 22; Valparaíso 32; Concepción 41; Antofagasta 55. Chile is regulated by SUBTEL (Subsecretaría de Telecomunicaciones).
SUBTEL does not require KYC for standard geographic or 800 toll-free numbers. Activation typically takes 2-4 business days. Chile is one of the most economically open LATAM markets with strong B2B and tech sectors.
Common reasons businesses get a Chile virtual phone number:
- LATAM market entry (Spanish) — Santiago 22 numbers signal credibility to Chilean enterprise buyers.
- Mining and natural resources — Chile is the world's largest copper producer; local DIDs essential for industry presence.
- Cross-LATAM operations — pair Chile with Argentina, Brazil, Mexico, Colombia DIDs for full LATAM coverage.
- Tech and SaaS — Santiago is a major LATAM tech hub; B2B prefers local Caller IDs.
- Toll-free 800 — free for Chilean callers, standard for customer service.
Chile number types
Chile abolished trunk prefixes in 2017 — numbers are 9 digits dialed directly. Internationally these are dialed as +56 followed by the same number.
| Prefix | Type | What it means | Caller cost | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
22, 32, 41 … | Geographic | Tied to a Chilean region. | Standard local rate | $2.00/mo |
800 | Toll-free | Free for Chilean callers; you pay per minute. | Free | $9.00/mo + usage |
Chile cities and area codes
DIDHub stocks Chilean numbers across all major regions (no trunk prefix — 2017 reform):
Chile virtual phone number pricing
Flat monthly per-number. $0 setup, no contracts.
| Number type | Example | Monthly | Setup | Per-min (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Geographic (any region) | +56 22 XXX XXXX (Santiago) | from $2.00/mo | $0 | $0.018 |
| Toll-free 800 | +56 800 XX XXXX | from $9.00/mo | $0 | $0.06 |
Outbound (2-way voice) — Pair any Chilean number with outbound termination — calls show your Chilean Caller ID. Outbound from $0.020/min to landline, $0.06/min to mobile.
Compatible with any VoIP system, AI voice platform, or browser
Numbers from DIDHub are delivered over standard SIP and work with every major business phone system, AI voice platform, and softphone — no proprietary gateway, no special hardware, no licensing.
Chile number activation and regulation
Chile's regulator SUBTEL (Subsecretaría de Telecomunicaciones) does not require KYC for standard geographic or 800 toll-free numbers. Activation completes in 2-4 business days. Chile's 2017 numbering reform abolished trunk prefixes — Chilean numbers are dialed identically nationally and from abroad.
Port your existing Chile number to DIDHub
Existing Chilean number? Port it to DIDHub. SUBTEL portability via Movistar Chile, Entel, or Claro Chile.
- Geographic numbers: typically 3-5 weeks
- 800 toll-free: 4-6 weeks
- Required documents: Chilean phone bill + LOA
- Cost: $20 port-in fee per number
Chile virtual phone number FAQ
Do I need to be in Chile to buy a Chilean virtual phone number?
No. SUBTEL does not require KYC for standard geographic or 800 numbers. Anyone, anywhere can buy one from DIDHub. Activation takes 2-4 business days.
How much does a Chilean virtual phone number cost?
Geographic Chilean numbers from $2.00/month. Toll-free 800 from $9.00/month plus per-minute. $0 setup.
Why don't Chilean numbers have a leading 0?
Chile abolished the trunk prefix in 2017. Chilean numbers are now 9 digits dialed directly — both nationally and from abroad (after +56). It's a deliberate simplification — Chilean dial format matches the international format directly.
Can I use a Chilean virtual number with Microsoft Teams?
Yes. Chilean numbers work with Teams Direct Routing via DIDHub's managed Teams SBC or BYO-SBC. Microsoft Calling Plans coverage in Chile is limited; Direct Routing on DIDHub is the standard path.
Can I port my existing Chilean number to DIDHub?
Yes. Geographic and 800 numbers are portable. Port times typically 3-5 weeks. Documents: Chilean phone bill + LOA. $20 port-in fee per number.
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