No, CoreESIM's operational framework bypasses Chile's Homologación requirement for IMEI registration. Historically, tourists using local SIM cards faced potential device blocking after 30 days if their phone's IMEI was not registered. CoreESIM operates as an international roaming service, which exempts users from this local regulation. This distinction allows for seamless, immediate mobile data access across Chile without the need for any device registration or bureaucratic procedures upon arrival.
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Is IMEI registration (Homologación) required for using CoreESIM in Chile?
Updated April 22, 2026
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