Currency in Chile
- Currency
- Chilean Peso (CLP)
- Symbol
- $
- ATM availability
- ATMs are common but often charge notable fees and may show a withdrawal surcharge warning; bank ATMs are safest.
- Card acceptance
- Cards are widely accepted in cities and tourist areas, less so in rural villages and markets.
Overview
Chile uses the Chilean peso, one of South America's more stable currencies, with no decimal subdivisions in everyday use.
Exchange tips
Exchange houses in Santiago offer competitive rates; US dollars are easiest to change. Compare rates before committing.
Notes
Carry cash for remote regions like Patagonia and the Atacama, where card acceptance and ATMs thin out.