Fintech & Financial Services: Chile vs France VAT Rules
How VAT obligations differ for fintech & financial services between Chile and France.
| Criterion | Chile | France |
|---|---|---|
| Standard rate applied | 19% | 20% |
| Registration threshold | No general threshold — all commercial activities subject to IVA | €85,800 (goods) / €34,400 (services) |
| Filing frequency | Monthly | Monthly or quarterly |
| Invoicing constraints | Electronic invoicing (Factura Electrónica) mandatory for all taxpayers through SII. | Invoices must include a sequential number, date, seller/buyer details, VAT number, description, and amounts. E-invoicing mandatory for B2B from 2026. |
| Sector-relevant regimes | Mandatory electronic invoicing via SII · No reduced VAT rates · Export of goods and services zero-rated | Auto-entrepreneur regime with simplified VAT · Special rules for DOM-TOM territories · E-invoicing mandate rolling out 2026-2027 |
| Penalty exposure | 10% penalty for late filing plus 1.5% interest per month. | 10% surcharge for late filing, 40% for deliberate non-compliance, 80% for fraud. |
Typical use cases
Payment Processing
Payment gateway and processing services.
Lending Platforms
Peer-to-peer lending and credit services.
Crypto & Digital Assets
Cryptocurrency exchanges and blockchain services.
Disclaimer : This tool is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional tax advice. Consult a qualified tax advisor for decisions regarding your tax situation.Source : EU VAT Directive 2006/112/EC
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