Criminal Record Certificate for Chile

Chilean Criminal Record Certificate — USA, Canada & International

Updated: March 2026 · Reviewed by specialist

Certificado de Antecedentes from the Registro Civil for US immigration, Canadian PR, and international use. MRE apostille and certified translation included. 100% remote — free consultation.

  • Registro Civil certificate covered
  • MRE apostille included
  • Certified translation available
  • Free document review
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What do you need for your Chilean criminal record?

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What is the certificate for?

Chilean criminal record certificates explained

The official Chilean criminal record certificate is the Certificado de Antecedentes para Fines Especiales, issued by the Servicio de Registro Civil e Identificación (SRCeI). It is available online and covers criminal history from Chilean judicial authorities.

Chile joined the Hague Apostille Convention in 2016. For international use in other Hague member countries — including Spain, the US, Canada, Mexico, Argentina, and most of Europe — the certificate must carry an apostille issued by the Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores (MRE).

We manage the full process: Registro Civil application, MRE apostille, and certified translation — all remotely, whether you are in Chile or abroad.

Who needs this service?

🇺🇸 Chileans applying for US or Canadian immigration

Applying for a US green card, USCIS benefit, or Canadian permanent residency? You need a Chilean Registro Civil certificate apostilled by the MRE and certified English translation. We handle the full process remotely.

💼 Professionals and job seekers

Background checks are required for employment in Chile and internationally — especially in finance, government, healthcare, and education. We obtain your Registro Civil certificate quickly through the online portal.

🌍 Chileans living abroad

Need your Chilean criminal record while living outside the country? We coordinate the Registro Civil application online, obtain the apostille, and deliver your documents internationally without you needing to travel.

Required documents

DocumentIssuing authorityEstimated timeNotes
Certificado de Antecedentes para Fines Especiales Servicio de Registro Civil e Identificación (SRCeI) 1–3 business days (online) The main criminal record certificate for international and employment use. Available online through the Registro Civil portal.
RUN (Rol Único Nacional) or valid passport Applicant Current Required for online requests. Foreigners use passport number for lookup.
Apostille (for international use) Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores de Chile 5–10 business days Chile is a Hague Convention member since 2016. The MRE issues apostilles on official Chilean documents.
Certified translation (if required) Sworn / certified translator 1–2 business days after apostille Required for non-Spanish-speaking destination countries. We provide English, Portuguese, French, and other languages.

How the process works

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We confirm whether the Registro Civil certificate is correct for your purpose, whether apostille is required for your destination country, and what translation is needed. No commitment required.

2

We guide you through or manage the online application on the SRCeI portal. For Chileans abroad, we coordinate the process so you do not need to travel back to Chile.

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Once the certificate is issued, we submit it to the Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores for the official apostille. We track every stage and keep you updated.

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If required, a certified translation is prepared. Your complete document package is delivered by tracked international courier — ready for submission to foreign authorities.

Real client cases

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Democratic Memory Law – Name Typo

from USA to Spain

Apostille
The problem was…

An applicant for Spanish citizenship under the Democratic Memory Law had their mother's 40-year-old US Naturalization Certificate rejected because of a minor spelling error in her first name.

We solved it…

The applicant had to petition USCIS for a formal name correction, which carried a 6-month processing delay, requiring them to request an extension from the Spanish consulate.

Result

Name corrected. Spanish citizenship application resumed.

DM
Deferred Master's – Expired FBI Check

from USA to Spain

Apostille
The problem was…

A student deferred their Spanish master's program for a year and tried to reuse their previously apostilled FBI background check for the new visa application.

We solved it…

The consulate rejected it because the underlying criminal record check is only valid for 5 to 6 months from its original date of issuance.

Result

New FBI check obtained. Student visa approved for following year.

FF
FBI Fingerprint Card – Translation Required

from USA to Spain

Apostille
The problem was…

An applicant submitted an apostilled and translated FBI background check to the Spanish consulate, but it was rejected for missing a translation of the physical fingerprint card itself.

We solved it…

The applicant had to hire a sworn translator to translate the English text on the standard FBI FD-258 fingerprint card to get the visa approved.

Result

Visa approved after adding translation of fingerprint card.

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Official sources & authorities

Information on this page is based on procedures from recognized government and intergovernmental bodies — not third-party estimates.

Servicio de Registro Civil — Certificado de Antecedentes Official portal for requesting the Chilean criminal record certificate online. View source →
MRE Chile — Apostilla The Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores of Chile issues apostilles on official documents for international use. View source →
Hague Apostille Convention (HCCH) Chile joined the Hague Convention in 2016. Apostille is the correct authentication for Chilean documents going to other member countries. View source →

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Chilean Certificado de Antecedentes para Fines Especiales?

It is the official criminal record certificate issued by the Servicio de Registro Civil e Identificación (SRCeI). It shows criminal history, pending proceedings, and related records from Chilean judicial authorities. This is the document typically required by foreign embassies and employers.

Can I get the certificate if I am outside Chile?

Yes. The Registro Civil portal allows online requests using your RUN (Rol Único Nacional). The digital certificate can be issued immediately. We assist Chileans abroad with the application and coordinate apostille and translation remotely.

Does Chile issue apostilles?

Yes. Chile joined the Hague Apostille Convention in 2016. The Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores (MRE) is the competent authority for issuing apostilles on Chilean official documents, including criminal record certificates.

How long is the Chilean criminal record certificate valid?

The Registro Civil certificate does not have a set expiry, but most foreign authorities require it to have been issued within the last 3–6 months. We time your request to match your application deadline.

How long does the full process take?

The Registro Civil certificate is typically issued within 1–3 business days online. The MRE apostille takes 5–10 business days. A certified translation adds 1–2 days. Total typical timeline: 8–15 business days.

Do I need a certified translation of my Chilean certificate?

Only if the destination country requires it. English-speaking countries (US, Canada, UK, Australia) and most non-Spanish-speaking countries will require a certified translation. We provide certified translations recognized by the destination authority.

What if I need the certificate for a country that is not in the Hague Convention?

If your destination country is not a Hague Convention member, consular legalization is required instead of an apostille. We manage both routes — contact us to confirm which applies to your destination.

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