Chile · Regulatory
LNG in Chile
JurisdictionChile
ProductLNG
Private tradeALLOWED
Allowed for private trade
GNL Quintero and GNL Mejillones terminals operate; private LNG import allowed under SEC and CNE oversight.
Compiled regulatory guidance from OilFlow Network, not legal advice. Rules change; confirm with the relevant national regulator before structuring a deal.
Frequently asked
- Can private companies import LNG into Chile?
- Yes. GNL Quintero and GNL Mejillones terminals operate; private LNG import allowed under SEC and CNE oversight.
- What license is typically required?
- GNL Quintero and GNL Mejillones terminals operate; private LNG import allowed under SEC and CNE oversight.
- Does OilFlow screen LNG counterparties against Chile rules?
- Yes. The free /check screen and the Regulatory Matrix API both read this same rule row; a private LNG deal into Chile is flagged automatically when this page says blocked or restricted.
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