Frequently Asked Questions
Dial the 9-digit landline number directly. Since September 2016, Chile uses a simplified 9-digit system for both landlines and mobiles, eliminating the need for area codes within the country.
Chilean mobile numbers consist of 9 digits, starting with '9'. The full format, including the country code, is +56 9XXXXXXXX. This standardized format applies across all mobile operators in Chile.
Chile adopted the 9-digit format in September 2016 to simplify dialing procedures. This change eliminated area codes, making calls within the country more straightforward.
Include the Chilean country code (+56) when making international calls to Chile. For domestic calls within Chile, only the 9-digit number is needed.
Yes, Chile supports full number portability. This means you can keep your existing phone number, whether landline or mobile, even if you change service providers.
The country code for Chile is +56. Use this code when dialing a Chilean number from outside the country, following your country's international dialing prefix.
From the US, dial 011 (the US international access code), followed by 56 (Chile's country code), and then the 9-digit Chilean phone number.
SUBTEL (Subsecretaría de Telecomunicaciones) is the regulatory body for telecommunications in Chile. It manages the national numbering plan and ensures compliance with international standards like ITU-T.
Use regular expressions to validate Chilean numbers. Examples include ^2×{8}$ for landlines and ^9×{8}$ for mobile numbers, ensuring the correct digit patterns.
The international prefix from Chile is 00. Dial this before the country code and the subscriber's number when making international calls.
Chilean toll-free numbers have 9 digits, starting with '800' followed by six more digits (800XXXXXX). Ensure you include all digits when dialing these numbers.
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