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Defence & Security Contractors: Pay Chile Suppliers Fast

Import defence equipment, security systems, and military supplies (licensed) Send CLP payments to Chile suppliers with t+0 (2.3s avg within unicorn network). Save 81% vs traditional banks.

Save £2,220 per £100k Payment

Typical savings for Defence & Security Contractors paying Chile suppliers

Traditional Bank
£2,725
FX Spread: 2.7% + £25 fee
  • ❌ 2-3 day settlement
  • ❌ Hidden FX margins
  • ❌ High correspondent bank fees
  • ❌ Manual compliance checks
Unicorn Currencies
£505
FX Spread: 0.5% + £5 fee
  • T+0 (2.3s avg within Unicorn network)
  • ✓ Transparent pricing
  • TEF (Transferencia Electrónica de Fondos) available
  • ✓ 0.14s automated compliance
Your Annual Savings
81%
£2,220 per £100k

At £500k-£20M monthly volume, save £26,640/year

Common Challenges: Defence & Security Contractors in Chile

Industry Pain Points

  • Export license requirements
  • Stringent compliance (ITAR, EAR)
  • Long procurement cycles
  • Classified requirements

Country-Specific Considerations

  • Banco Central de Chile regulations
  • Servicio Nacional de Aduanas documentation
  • IVA (VAT 19%) on goods and services
  • Chilean Copper Commission oversight

How Unicorn Solves Defence & Security Contractors Payment Challenges in Chile

Fast Settlement: T+0 (2.3s avg within Unicorn network)

Use TEF (Transferencia Electrónica de Fondos) for instant CLP settlement.Chilean electronic funds transfer system

Real-Time FX Exposure Tracking

Upload supplier invoices as PDFs. Our AI OCR extracts amounts and currencies. See exactly what waiting costs you in real-time. Lock rates for 15 seconds when you see a good rate.

0.14s Compliance Screening

Automated compliance checks for Chile regulations.Banco Central de Chile regulations handled automatically.

Defence & Security Contractors Payment Profile

Understanding the payment dynamics of Defence & Security Contractors when paying Chile suppliers

Payment Timing

Contract milestones over multi-year periods. Government payment terms: Net 60-90.

Settlement Priority: MODERATE: Planned contract milestones. Compliance clearance often more important than speed.

📄 Invoice Terms

Milestones per contract, Net 60-90 government, progress payments.

Cash Flow Pattern:

Government budget cycles. Multi-year contracts. Milestone-based. Long payment terms.

📊 FX Risk Profile

HIGH: USD (US defence), multi-year contracts. Large values. Government contracts may have FX clauses.

Supplier Relationships:

Strategic partnerships. Security-vetted supply chains. Long-term relationships. Prime/subcontractor structures.

Common Documentation for Defence & Security Contractors

  • Export License
  • End-User Certificate
  • Security Classification
  • Contract Documentation
  • Compliance Declaration

Popular Chile Supplier Types for Defence & Security Contractors

Common Chile Suppliers

  • Copper mines (Atacama region)
  • Wine exporters (Central Valley, Colchagua)
  • Fruit growers (Central Valley)
  • Salmon farms (Los Lagos region)

Payment Tips for Chile

  • Chile = Copper leader (30% global supply), lithium exporter
  • TEF standard for CLP payments
  • Santiago = Main business hub
  • Commodity-driven economy - pricing tied to metal/agricultural markets
Typical Transaction Size
£65k-£320k
Compliance Notice: Subject to sanctions and compliance screening. Certain industries and countries not supported.

Ready to Pay Chile Suppliers 81% Cheaper?

Join Defence & Security Contractors businesses saving £2,220 per £100k payment with t+0 (2.3s avg within unicorn network).

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