In Chile's 2025 presidential election runoff on December 14, valid excuses like illness or certified impediments can exempt voters from mandatory attendance fines.
Chile's mandatory voting law for the December 14, 2025, presidential runoff imposes fines of 0.5-1.5 UTM (~$34,000-$104,000) for unjustified absence, but exemptions apply to foreigners and Chileans abroad.
Accepted excuses include:
- Illness
- Absence from the country
- Location over 200 km from polling site (certified at police station)
- Duties under Law 18.700
- Serious impediment certified by local police judge
- Certified disability
Submit proof to avoid penalties. This complements guidance on valid IDs and polling officials in the series.
