All About Employee Rights in Chile
Learn which employee protection regulations you should know when hiring in Chile and how Justworks EOR can help.
How an EOR Can Help with Compliance
Chile's labor laws are designed to balance the needs of both employers and employees. With Justworks EOR, you can avoid the complexity of navigating Chilean labor laws while hiring globally more easily and compliantly. Beyond compliance, receive the support you need to minimize the costs and risks associated with hiring and managing a team in Chile. With Justworks EOR, you can skip setting up a local entity, saving time and effort.
What HR Leaders Need to Know in Chile
Let’s dive into some important employee rights employers should know before hiring in Chile.
Employment Contracts
Employment contracts are required in Chile and must be signed by both parties within 15 working days of hiring (or five days for fixed-term employees).
The Chilean Labor Code mandates that employment contracts must contain:
Place and date of contract
Nationality, birth date, entry of worker, address, and email address of both parties
Services provided and address where employee will work
Payment specifications including the amount, form, and frequency of payments
Working days and hours
Contract terms
Any other agreements
Payslips
Payslips are mandatory in Chile and should detail wages and deductions. Payslips can be electronic or paper.
Labor Laws in Chile
Before hiring in Chile, remember these important labor laws.
Ready to Hire Confidently in Chile?
Justworks EOR makes building your global team seamless by offering local expertise to help you understand the nuances of the talent market in Chile. Save yourself the time and hassle of international hiring today.
