With which jurisdictions does this country have reciprocal arrangements for enforcement of judgments?
Bustamante Code 1928:
Bahamas, Bolivia, Brazil, Costa Rica, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, Venezuela*
*Although in force in Venezuela, the provisions on recognition and enforcement of foreign judgments (Articles 423435) were reserved by Venezuela.
If there is no reciprocal arrangement, is it still possible to enforce a foreign judgment by means of a writ on the judgment, declaration of enforceability or similar mechanism?
Yes. Whether the foreign judgment comes from a jurisdiction party of the Bustamante Code or not, foreign judgments could be enforceable in Chile through an exequatur procedure. This procedure is revised by the Supreme Court and it’s established by the Chilean Organic Code of Courts.
What is the approximate time required to register and enforce a foreign judgment if unopposed?
In general, 10 months.
What is the approximate time required to register and enforce a foreign judgment if opposed?
In general, 10 months.
What is the approximate cost of registering and enforcing a foreign judgment (including court fees and other disbursements) if unopposed?
Under USD 3,000.