Technical Analysis of DIAN Concept Number 100208192-436 of 2022. Obligations of Authorized Warehouses DIAN Concept Number 100208192-436 of 2022 establishes specific obligations that authorized warehouses must fulfill when receiving cargo from transporters or international freight agents. These obligations are essential to ensure the integrity and security of goods in the customs process. Below are the […]
Technical Analysis of DIAN Concept Number 100208192-390 of 2022 Differences between the Objection Document to Seizure and a Reconsideration Appeal DIAN Concept Number 100208192-390 of 2022 clarifies the differences between the objection document to seizure and the reconsideration appeal, two procedures used in the Colombian customs context to challenge decisions related to the seizure and […]
Analysis of the Principle of Favorability in Administrative Sanctioning Law: Applies to the Obligation Originating the Sanction Principle of Favorability in Administrative Sanctioning Law The principle of favorability in administrative sanctioning law is a fundamental guarantee that protects users against regulatory changes that may arise before the finalization of the administrative act deciding the imposition […]
Technical Analysis of the INVIMA Guide Version 6: VUCE Processing – INVIMA Approval Introduction The updated INVIMA Guide Version 6 by the National Institute for Food and Drug Surveillance (INVIMA) provides clear guidelines for the proper submission of import and export intentions. This guide is crucial for ensuring compliance with the necessary procedures to obtain […]
Technical Analysis of Decree 0324 of 2024 Reestablishment of Tariff Duties for 32 Tariff Subheadings Decree 0324 of 2024, issued by the National Government through the Ministry of Commerce, Industry, and Tourism, partially modifies Decree 272 of 2018. This new decree reinstates tariff duties for 32 specific tariff subheadings, which previously had a 0% tariff […]
Shipment Certification before the Expiration of Temporary Importation DIAN Concept Number 100208192-80 establishes guidelines for the termination of short-term temporary importation of capital goods through re-exportation to a Free Trade Zone. Below is a technical analysis of this concept. Procedure for Termination of Temporary Importation To properly terminate a short-term temporary importation via re-exportation, it […]
Decree 1165 of 2019, which outlines the current customs regime, precisely defines what constitutes “different goods.” This definition is crucial for foreign trade operations, as it could lead to the seizure of goods during subsequent inspections. Below are the two (2) scenarios that, by definition, may cause goods to be considered “different goods”: Goods Verified […]
Technical Analysis of Circular No. MJD-CIR24-0000017-GCSQ-30320 Control of Mixtures Containing Controlled Substances The Subdirectorate for Control and Supervision of Chemical Substances and Narcotics of the Ministry of Justice is responsible for the administrative control of substances and products used in the illicit production of narcotics, as well as all mixtures and products containing controlled substances […]
Technical Analysis of Resolution 57 of 2015: Special Conditions of Goods in the Description Description of Special Conditions in the Import Declaration Resolution 57 of 2015 mandates that for the importation of goods with any special market condition, it is obligatory to specify this condition in the description of the import declaration. Article 1, Paragraph […]
Every day, more companies join the Corporate Social Responsibility movement, seeking certifications to endorse their commitment to business practices that respect both the community and the environment, and, of course, that are also profitable. Alternatively, if the requirements are not met in-house, another option is to include Socially Responsible Companies in the supply chain. This […]
