Customs
Precautionary Seizure
A precautionary measure by which customs authorities retain goods when irregularities are detected during clearance or verification, such as discrepancies in classification, value, origin, or documentation.
A precautionary measure by which customs authorities retain goods when irregularities are detected during clearance or verification, such as discrepancies in classification, value, origin, or documentation.
A precautionary seizure (embargo precautorio) is a precautionary measure applied by Mexican customs authorities when irregularities are detected in goods during customs inspection, in-transit verification, domiciliary visits, or office audits. It consists of the physical retention of goods until the corresponding legal situation is resolved.
Article 151 of Mexico's Customs Law: goods without customs documentation, tariff classification discrepancies, undervaluation, undeclared merchandise, non-compliance with non-tariff regulations, use of false or altered documents.
Precautionary seizure can have severe consequences: loss of goods, fines of up to 130% of commercial value, cancellation of the importer registry, and even criminal liability in smuggling cases. It is essential to seek specialized advice from the moment the PAMA notice is received.
Customs Inspection
The physical and documentary examination of goods performed by Mexican customs authorities to verify they match the information declared in the pedimento.
CustomsCustoms Clearance
The complete set of procedures and formalities required for goods to legally enter or exit a country through customs.
CustomsAbandonment of Goods
A legal situation in which goods deposited at customs are not withdrawn within the periods established by law, causing them to become property of the federal treasury.
RegulationsImporters Registry (Padrón)
Mandatory registration with Mexico's SAT required for all individuals or entities that wish to import goods into Mexico.