How to activate mobile phone in Chile?
I have been told that recently Chile decided to block the IMEI of all phones not officially sold in the Chilean market. As a foreigner who bought a prepaid SIM card, it's quite frustrating!
My phone is compatible but the network won't let me in.
How can I activate my phone / add it to the whitelist?
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Do I need to register my phone in Chile?
\u2013 Any personal cell phone purchased abroad must be registered for its use with a Chilean Sim Card. \u2013 You have 90 days since your entrance in Chile to register your cell phone. If you are a foreigner you have 120 days since your entrance in Chile to register your cell phone.How do I register my phone in Chile?
I am a foreigner and I travel to ChileWill my cell phone work in Chile?
Any dual or multiband GSM cellphone will work in Chile, but you'll pay expensive roaming rates; check with your cellphone company before leaving. (In the U.S., T-Mobile and AT&T/Cingular use this quasi-universal system; in Canada, Microcell and some Rogers customers are GSM.)How do I get a SIM card in Chile?
It's easy to find places to buy prepaid SIM cards in Chile. They're typically available in supermarkets, kiosks, and elsewhere, both in Santiago and other major towns and destinations throughout the country. While you'll likely pay more to buy at the airport, it is possible if you're in a hurry to get connected.Aprende a HOMOLOGAR un celular en Chile! 🇨🇱 GRATIS y FÁCIL!!! 📱
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