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Transferwise also works. I've sent a transfer from EUR to CLP recently and it went through without any hiccups or exchange rates sheenanigans.

I just learned that I can't refund the difference between the 7% healthcare contribution (charged by SII) and my plan's cost, like 60% of the total payment in my case. ISAPRE is going to keep it in Fondos Mutuos and I’m not allowed to spend it outside of ISAPRE-backed clinics and pharmacies. So eve...

(Lots of stuff I'll address below) "I would take them all with a pinch of salt. These are just random people saying things that might be wrong. However, combining bits and pieces from different people you can build up a picture.": I'm sorry, but this is an example of the bandwagon logical fallacy. ...

While it may have higher expected returns, there's the important fact that it's not a liquid asset. This is something that should always be accounted for.

You're correct: our prices are for two adults. The executivos are commission salesmen. They work for the insurance companies and they get paid commissions when you sign up for a plan. There's a conflict of interest between you and them. Online shopping is the way to go, even if 7% of your total comb...

Mandatory disclaimer: I'm not your insurance broker. This comment doesn't constitute insurance advice and it is for your entertainment only. Use a professional insurance broker for professional, customized advice. There's an online plan comparison tool named "QuePlan", as far as I know, it's the onl...

Most forumites don't qualify for it.

Random internet person: if you're reading this and you're not a citizen of a Mercosur country, you're not eligible.

Thanks, but our Visa situation is quite simple, as we both will get a Visa Mercosur.

Yep, VAT really shafts low-income earners. Although I'm Europe we have both that and high income & SS tax. That's one of the main reasons we're moving to Chile instead of elsewhere.

I'll be moving back to Chile in 2 months. Is it's still available by June 6, send me a PM and we may be able to strike a deal.

I'm currently paying 23% VAT in Portugal AND high income tax & social security tax. I'm OK with trading that for low income tax & lower VAT.

That makes it way better, thanks!