Even the smallest of US businesses competes in a shrinking global village, where understanding subtle cultural contexts can make or break sales and marketing efforts. The official language of Chile is Spanish, although English is spoken by well-educated business people and in tourist centers.
Appointments Be punctual at meetings.
Do not be offended, however, if your counterpart is up to thirty minutes late. On the other hand, everyone is expected to arrive at social functions late. Be about fifteen minutes late to a dinner, and thirty minutes late to a party. Make appointments about two weeks in advance of your arrival, and reconfirm them when you get there. This is not the time to try to do business in Chile.