The Unique Key (Clave Única) is a personal password that enables individuals to authenticate their identity with various public and private institutions, providing secure and efficient access to services and benefits.

Key Uses of the Clave Única:

• National Migration Service Applications: Temporary Residence Permits, Permanent Residency, and more.
• Obtaining Official Certificates: Criminal records, marriage certificates, driving history, etc.
• Tax and Labor Procedures: Managing tax obligations with the Internal Revenue Service (SII), consultations and applications with the Labor Department, among others.

Who Can Obtain It?

• Chilean nationals.
• Foreign residents in Chile with a valid ID card.

How to Obtain It?

• In-Person: Visit a Civil Registry and Identification Office or ChileAtiende office with your valid ID card.
• Online: Request activation via video conference through the official Activación Clave Única platform.

Consequences of Not Having a Clave Única:

• Migration Restrictions: Inability to apply for migration permits or track the status of your applications.
• Inaccessibility to Basic Certificates: Such as criminal records or travel history, essential for many procedures.

Sources:

1. Clave Única: www.claveunica.gob.cl.
2. National Migration Service:  www.extranjeria.gob.cl.
3. Civil Registry and Identification Service: www.registrocivil.cl.
4. Internal Revenue Service: www.sii.cl.