Send package to Colombia

Prepare customs clearance in a structured manner
For parcels to Colombia, complete information on contents, value, origin, and customs tariff number is essential. Paket International helps you prepare shipping and customs data accurately.

Greater transparency for international customers
Colombian recipients expect clear information regarding delivery time, tracking, and potential import costs. Transparent shipping communication reduces inquiries and improves the customer experience.

Suitable shipping options for B2B and e-commerce
Whether it's sample goods, spare parts, online shop orders or regular business shipments: Paket International supports you with shipping labels, carrier selection, tracking and customs documents.

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€34.70

Delivery in

3-10 days

Guaranteed total cost for Platinum customers

DDP shipping to Colombia: Making import costs more predictable

Shipping to Colombia may incur customs duties, Colombian import VAT, handling fees, and additional import costs. If these costs only become apparent upon delivery, it can lead to inquiries, delays, or refusal of acceptance.

For online shops DDP often results in a better customer experience because import costs can be displayed more transparently. Alternatively, DAP This would be useful if the recipient is expected to pay import duties and local fees themselves.

Customs duties on imports to Colombia

Customs duties may apply when importing goods into Colombia, depending on the type of goods, tariff number, origin, and value. The Colombian Customs and Tax Agency (DIAN) is responsible for import processes; import declarations must include details of the goods, duty calculation, and payment. An overview is available in the official country information on [country name missing in original text]. Colombia Import Requirements and Documentation.

The exact amount of duty depends heavily on the classification of the goods. External tax overviews for Colombia often list customs duty ranges of 0% to 20%, and in some cases even higher, depending on the HS code. Therefore, a correct customs tariff number is particularly important for businesses.

Import VAT in Colombia

The standard Colombian value-added tax (VAT) rate, locally called IVA, is 19%. Reduced or different rates may apply to certain goods and services. PwC cites a general VAT rate of 19% for imported goods. PwC Tax Summaries – Colombia Other taxes

Import taxes are not considered in isolation. They are linked to customs value, the value of the goods, shipping costs, customs duties, and other import costs. Therefore, accurate product data, customs tariff numbers, and realistic goods values ​​are crucial for retailers and online shops.

Special considerations for customs clearance to Colombia

Colombia is a third country with clear requirements for import data and documentation. For shipments of goods, a precise description of the goods, their value, origin, customs tariff number, recipient details, and, depending on the shipment, further supporting documents are important.

Of particular importance: Certain imports may require additional registrations, permits, or advance notification. The US International Trade Administration points out that imports to Colombia require an import declaration with DIAN and that, for values ​​exceeding US$1.000, a customs broker should generally be used. Colombia Import Requirements and Documentation

Common problems when shipping to Colombia

Typical problems arise from incomplete customs data, unclear product descriptions, missing customs tariff numbers, incorrect product values, or unsuitable shipping documents. Missing telephone numbers or incomplete addresses can also delay delivery.

For regulated goods such as food, cosmetics, medical devices, electronics, batteries, or chemicals, additional requirements may apply. Paket International helps to prepare shipping and customs data in a structured manner and to make the process more efficient for business customers.

Typical goods shipped to Colombia

Frequently shipped to Colombia are spare parts, machine components, electronic accessories, fashion, cosmetics, technical samples, documents, sporting goods, medical products, household goods and e-commerce orders.

Accurate product descriptions, realistic valuations, and complete recipient information are particularly important. For regulated goods such as food, cosmetics, medical devices, electronics, batteries, chemicals, or technical components, Colombian import regulations should be carefully reviewed before shipment.