Laws and Regulations for Maritime and Air Export

Laws and Regulations for Maritime and Air Export

To export by sea and air, it is essential to follow a series of laws and regulations that ensure compliance and efficiency in the process. Check the main points here:

  1. Customs Legislation

    • Customs Regulation (Decree No. 6,759/2009): Establishes norms for customs control of exports.

    • Normative Instruction RFB No. 1,702/2017: Defines customs procedures related to export dispatch.

  2. Export Licensing

    • Siscomex (Integrated Foreign Trade System): Platform used for records and control of foreign trade operations.

    • Decree No. 660/1992: Regulates the foreign trade system and export procedures.

  3. Transportation and Logistics Regulations

    • Warsaw Convention (maritime): Regulates international transportation of goods by sea.

    • Montreal Convention (air): Regulates international air transport and liability of airlines.

    • ANAC Regulation (National Civil Aviation Agency): Specific norms for air cargo transportation.

  4. Necessary Documentation

    • Commercial Invoice: Document that details the commercial transaction between exporter and importer.

    • Packing List: Detailed list of items packed for export.

    • Bill of Lading (BL) / Air Waybill (AWB): Transport contract and proof of shipment for maritime and air transport, respectively.

    • Certificates of Origin: Proves the origin of the goods and may be required by trade agreements.

  5. Sanitary and Phytosanitary Standards

    • MAPA (Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Supply): Regulates the export of agricultural products.

    • ANVISA (National Health Surveillance Agency): Standards for the export of products that affect public health.

  6. Environmental Regulation

    • IBAMA (Brazilian Institute of Environment and Renewable Natural Resources): Rules for the export of products that impact the environment.

  7. Compliance Tips

  • Customs Consulting: Consider hiring a customs broker or specialized consultancy.

  • Training and Updating: Stay updated on changes in legislation and participate in specific training.

  • Partnership with Freight Forwarding Companies: Work with specialized companies that know the nuances of the legislation.

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Pinheiros, São Paulo/SP

+55 (47) 3011-8880

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Rua Samuel Heusi, 579

Ed. One Office – Room 701

Center, Itajaí/SC


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Av. Brig. Faria Lima, 1656, 7th Floor

Pinheiros, São Paulo/SP

+55 (47) 3011-8880

contact@fastshipping.com.br

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