Also known as: Automatic import notification, Aviso automático
A filing with Mexico's Ministry of Economy that importers must submit before importing certain goods, for statistical monitoring and market surveillance purposes, without restricting access.
An automatic import notice (aviso automático de importación) is a filing that importers must make with Mexico's Ministry of Economy before importing certain products. Unlike a prior import permit, the automatic notice does not restrict imports: it is granted automatically upon meeting formal requirements. Its purpose is to allow authorities to monitor trade flows of sensitive products and detect unfair practices such as dumping.
Prior permit = the authority evaluates and may deny the import. Automatic notice = granted automatically (not denied), but must be filed to clear the goods. Both are processed through VUCEM.
The automatic notice is processed through VUCEM and is generally issued within 1 to 3 business days. It has a set validity period and must cover all goods to be imported. The notice number is declared in the pedimento as part of the non-tariff regulations.
Non-Tariff Barriers (NTBs)
Measures other than tariffs that countries impose on international trade to protect health, safety, environment, and domestic industry.
DocumentsPrior Import Permit
An authorization granted by Mexico's Ministry of Economy before importing goods subject to special restrictions, as a quantitative non-tariff regulation.
RegulationsVUCEM (Single Window)
Mexican government's electronic platform that centralizes all foreign trade procedures in a single digital window.
RegulationsRRNA (Restrictions and Non-Tariff Regulations)
Acronym for restrictions and non-tariff regulations including permits, quotas, NOMs, labeling, and required certifications.