How to get internet in Chile. Let's have a look at the internet speed, internet providers on the market...
To get internet and or television in your home, you need to open a contract with a provider, as these services are not available by default in most places. To do so, you need to get the temporary or permanent residency. You can negotiate with the owner to have him open the line and pay him on a monthly basis with your rent. This is a great option if you do not yet have a RUT, as it is difficult to open an internet line without RUT.
Below are several options.
DirectTV
www.directv.cl
DirectTV is the leader regarding TV by satellite. It offers a mensual subscription, but you need a RUT and a bank account in Chile, which you may not have upon arrival. In this case, you can buy a pre-paid kit, that you can install by yourself. Then, you top up the balance of the account when you need. If you have never installed a satellite dish, it can take time (around 3-4 hours). You can ask a tecnician to install it (free if you choose the mensual subscription, or $40,000-$50,000 for the prepaid kit).
Be careful:
Several internet/phone/TV providers exist. They offer rather similar solutions. Below are the largest one:
Important :
www.vtr.com
Best quality-price ratio. Yet, they are quite picky regarding who they accept. You will need a RUT and a Chilean work contract. If your landlord is ok to subscribe the contract himself, it is the provider that we recommend.
www.movistar.cl
They are the cheapest and can activate your line with just a RUT. They are not going to ask for work contract or proof of income. Not the best regarding client service if you try to call of them or reach them by email. If you have a problem, it is better to go to a Movistar support center to get a qualified staff to help you.
www.gtdmanquehue.com
Premium provider, but significantly more expensive than other ones.
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