International Trade & Customs Law Colombia

Expert Import/Export Guidance

Navigate Colombian import regulations efficiently. We handle VUCE (Single Window for Foreign Trade) procedures, customs classifications under Colombia's Harmonized Tariff Schedule, and import license requirements. Our team manages DIAN customs procedures, valuation matters, and special import regimes including Short-Term Temporary Imports and Long-Term Capital Equipment imports.

VUCE Registration & Filings
Customs Classification
Import Licenses & Permits
Special Import Regimes

Optimize your export operations from Colombia. We secure necessary permits through MinComercio (Ministry of Commerce), handle VUCE export registrations, and ensure compliance with origin certification requirements. Our expertise includes special export incentives like Plan Vallejo and management of free trade agreement benefits.

Export Documentation
Origin Certificates
Plan Vallejo Benefits
FTA Requirements

Ensure Customs Compliance and efficiency. We manage DIAN customs procedures, including advance rulings, valuation matters, and post-entry adjustments. Our team handles customs audits, penalty proceedings, and implements compliance programs to prevent customs issues. We also secure UAP (Permanent Customs User) and ALTEX (Highly Exporting User) benefits.

DIAN Compliance
Customs Valuations
UAP/ALTEX Benefits
Audit Support

Maximize Free Trade Zone advantages in Colombia. We help companies establish operations in Free Trade Zones to benefit from the 15% income tax rate (vs. 35% standard rate), VAT exemptions on imports, and customs duty benefits. Our team handles all application processes and ongoing compliance requirements.

FTZ Setup
Tax Benefits
Customs Advantages
Compliance Management

Discuss Your Trade Needs

Export Optimization

Strategic Export Management

Maximize your export potential from Colombia. We help secure Plan Vallejo benefits for import duty and VAT savings on inputs used in export production. Our team handles all MinComercio requirements, origin certifications for FTA benefits, and VUCE export registrations. We ensure compliance while optimizing your export operations.

Customs Compliance

Risk Management & Audits

Ensure robust Customs Compliance for your operations. We implement comprehensive customs compliance programs, handle DIAN audits, and manage valuation matters. Our team helps secure UAP and ALTEX benefits while preventing customs penalties through proactive compliance management.

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Free Trade Zones

Strategic Tax Benefits

Maximize benefits through Free Trade Zone operations. We guide companies through FTZ qualification and setup to access the 15% income tax rate, VAT exemptions on imports, and customs duty benefits. Our team manages application processes with DIAN and MinComercio while ensuring ongoing compliance.

Free Trade Agreements

Maximize Trade Benefits

Leverage Colombia's extensive network of Free Trade Agreements. We help companies utilize FTA benefits through proper origin certification, compliance with rules of origin, and optimization of tariff preferences. Our team ensures full compliance while maximizing available trade advantages.

Trade Insights

Key Considerations

Key requirements include VUCE registrations, import/export licenses, customs declarations, and certificates of origin for FTA benefits. Specific documentation varies by product type and trade regime. We manage all documentation requirements through the VUCE platform while ensuring compliance.

Several optimization strategies are available: Free Trade Zone benefits (15% tax rate), Plan Vallejo for export operations, FTA preferential rates, and special import regimes. We analyze your operations to identify and implement the most advantageous options.

Key compliance areas include proper customs valuation, accurate classification, origin certification, and special regime requirements. DIAN requires strict documentation and process compliance. We implement comprehensive compliance programs to prevent issues.

We provide complete audit support including preparation, documentation review, DIAN interactions, and response management. Our team helps prevent issues through compliance programs and handles any penalties or disputes that arise.

Major benefits include FTA preferential rates, Free Trade Zone advantages (15% tax rate), Plan Vallejo export incentives, and UAP/ALTEX benefits for qualified companies. We help identify and secure all applicable benefits for your operations.