MACHBANKMACHBANK(智利)

Chile 数字银行 Fully online Permit holders ★ 4.2
Minimum depositNo minimum opening deposit
Monthly feeBasic account fee-free
Minimum balanceNo minimum balance
How to apply—
Processing timeFully online in-app opening, about 10-20 min
Institution typeDigital Bank
Data baseline 2026-10. Editor-verified, but rules change — confirm with the official site before applying. Data transparency →

About this bank

Advantages

  • Backed by Banco BCI and regulated by the CMF, with close to 4 million users
  • Explicitly open to foreigners: 18+ with a valid ID, Chilean or not
  • Free transfers to other banks and no ATM surcharge nationwide (except BancoEstado)
  • In-app "Cuenta Futuro" savings earning interest on the balance

Things to note

  • Non-residents usually get no chequebook, overdraft or credit card
  • International transfers are limited to a handful of destinations
  • Rewards depend on membership tier and balance

Documents required

  • Valid ID card or passport
  • Aged 18 or over
  • Selfie and liveness check
  • Chilean mobile number
  • Email

Choose to open an account in the app, upload your ID and complete face verification; a virtual debit card can be requested at the same time

Opening offers & benefits

Standing benefits

These are stable, standing account benefits (not time-limited) — available as long as you qualify:

Bank offers change frequently by region and quarter. Checked 2026-10; follow the bank's official promo page.

FAQ

Ready? Open your account

Having documents ready lowers the chance of rejection; policies change, so confirm with the bank before applying.

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