This bulletin highlights key labor and compliance developments in Chile as the country enters a new political cycle, including proposed reforms that could reshape working-time flexibility, multifunctional roles, severance mechanisms, and the modernization of the Labor Authority through stronger digital systems and coordination.

It also provides a practical snapshot of major regulatory changes affecting employers in 2025 and into 2026—focusing on the next step of the 40-hour workweek transition (42 hours from April 2026), pension reform cost impacts through a phased employer contribution increase, and the new data protection framework for employment matters, effective December 1, 2026.

Finally, it includes a reference section on core hiring formalities, mandatory contract contents, registration obligations, and key considerations when hiring foreign employees in Chile.

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