Chile
As a foreigner living in Chile, will I have access to public healthcare? What is it like?
We asked expats in Chile if they have access to public healthcare in Chile. And, if they do have access, what is it like. They wrote...
"Yes, as a foreigner living in Chile, you will have access to public healthcare. The public healthcare system in Chile is known as FONASA and is funded by the government. It provides basic medical services such as doctor visits, hospitalizations, and laboratory tests at a low cost. The quality of care is generally good, although there may be long wait times for certain services. Additionally, there are private healthcare providers in Chile that offer more comprehensive services at a higher cost," mentioned another expat when asked about moving to Chile.
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As a foreigner living in Chile, will I have access to public healthcare? What is it like?
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Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International
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with a BA in International Business and German.
Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.
