How to obtain the Chile map approval by DIFROL

Overview

All producers, publishers, and importers of map products intended for the Chilean market must comply with the official cartographic requirements established by the Dirección Nacional de Fronteras y Límites del Estado (DIFROL).

Before a map product can be commercialized or distributed in Chile, it must be reviewed and approved by DIFROL. The approval process includes map review, potential correction requests, and final authorization for publication.

Important Information

Any company importing or distributing map products in Chile must obtain DIFROL approval.
Publishing approval is valid only for the specific database release submitted for review.
Each new product release requires a separate approval. Every single release of product needs individual approval.
Re-approval may be required when changes affect international borders or other areas of interest to DIFROL.
The approval obtained is not transferable.
HERE cannot represent customers during the DIFROL approval process.

Note: If a customer chooses not to display borders, the process will be faster. However, DIFROL approval is still required.

What Information Does DIFROL Review?

DIFROL is primarily interested in the following map content:

International administrative borders and ocean water polygons.
Named Place POIs and Hamlet POIs (Administrative Names)
Border Crossings
Inclusion of all Administrative Levels 1 to 4 (Country, Region, Province, Commune)

Approval Submission Requirements

The law is specific to paper maps, so DIFROL requires:

Map data submitted in shapefile format, including all layers.
A formal Application Letter.
An Overview Map of Chile.

Approval Process

HERE periodically coordinates joint approval submissions with customers seeking DIFROL approval. Starting in Q2 Quarter Release, HERE invites companies seeking approval from DIFROL to submit their applications at the same time. A joint application should simplify the approval process and improve coordination with DIFROL in the event DIFROL requests any changes to the map before granting approval.

On the other hand, companies that do not choose to submit a joint application with HERE and are seeking their own approval should start the approval process as soon as they receive the map data from HERE to facilitate the approval process. The approval process should occur prior to compilation.

DIFROL Response Process

DIFROL contacts the Approval Coordinator by email or telephone.
The average time to receive an initial response or approval is approximately 2 months.
The review findings and the formal Publishing Approval Letter are collected in person.
* The USB Flash will return after the review by DIFROL has been completed.

Additional Assistance

For more information about the Chile Map approval process, submit a ticket in the HERE Customer Support Portal through https://platform.here.com or alternatively contact [email protected].