Today, with the start of Chinese New Year, the global supply chain does not only stop its machines — it also slows the flow of information. Factories in Shenzhen and Ningbo cease operations, but the real impact for Colombian companies is not the production pause; it is the interruption of transactional data, Advance Shipping Notices […]
The Andean Price Band System (SAFP) is a mechanism implemented by Colombia through the Andean Community of Nations (CAN) since 1995. Its primary objective is to stabilize the import cost of certain agricultural products that exhibit significant instability in their international prices. Products Included in the SAFP The SAFP covers a variety of agricultural products, […]
Consortia and Temporary Unions: Global Guarantee for Foreign Trade Operations Introduction to Consortia and Temporary Unions Consortia and temporary unions are associations between two or more companies that join forces to execute a specific project or activity. These legal structures allow companies to share resources, knowledge, and risks, facilitating the execution of large infrastructure projects, […]
Technical Analysis of Pre-Arrival Import Declarations: Calculation of Times According to DIAN Calculation of Times for Pre-Arrival Declarations According to a recent statement by the National Directorate of Taxes and Customs (DIAN), the method for calculating the times for submitting a mandatory pre-arrival declaration has been clarified. Specifically, neither the day the declaration is submitted […]
Technical Analysis of ACE 072 Trade Agreement: Digital Certificates of Origin between Colombia and Argentina Implementation of Digital Certificates of Origin Starting in April 2024, the customs authorities of Colombia and Argentina have begun issuing and receiving certificates of origin in digital format. This initiative is part of the Economic Complementation Agreement No. 72 (ACE […]
Technical Analysis of Pre-Arrival Import Declarations: Exemptions Who and what types of goods are exempt from the mandatory pre-arrival import declaration? According to the current customs regime, certain situations, types of users, and modalities are exempt from the obligation to submit a pre-arrival import declaration. These exemptions are designed to facilitate and expedite the customs […]
Technical Analysis of Pre-Arrival Import Declarations: Minimum Times What is the minimum time to submit a pre-arrival import declaration when it is mandatory? According to the current customs regime, the mandatory pre-arrival import declaration must be submitted within certain time frames depending on the mode of transport and the journey. General Minimum Time As a […]
What is a Pre-Arrival Import Declaration? A pre-arrival import declaration is a type of declaration submitted before the arrival of the transportation means at the national customs territory. This method helps expedite the import process and reduce waiting times at customs. Obligations According to Decree 659 of 2024 Decree 659 of 2024 mandates the submission […]
New Technical Regulation for Electrical Installations and Products – RETIE, Resolution 40117 of 2024 Background and Objectives The Technical Regulation of Electrical Installations (RETIE) aims to ensure the safety, reliability, and efficiency of electrical installations in Colombia. The proposed updates in the new regulation incorporate technological advancements and international standards to enhance the effectiveness of […]
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 […]
