Import clearance
Import clearance is important for all products coming from non-EU countries to pass through customs security controls. Like exporting, the import of goods needs to comply with requirements related to the importer, the exporter and the product itself.
Customs import management
At Grupajes Alicante we are a customs agency that has been managing import clearance for more than 30 years, importing products from the agri-food, meat and industrial sectors from other countries. We are present in Spain, Europe and Central America, so we have a unique and relevant position when it comes to offering a comprehensive and complete service and personalised attention. With each client we work with, we always take into account their needs and objectives.
We are specialists in import customs management, and we know the whole process of importing goods into Spain. We are aware of the regulations in force and the procedures and inspections to be carried out during the customs clearance process.
What is import clearance?
Import clearance is a set of customs procedures and controls to which goods and products are subjected when entering Spain. These products come from a country that is not part of the European Union, i.e. any goods arriving by sea, land or air from a non-EU country will have to go through import customs clearance.
This part, where the goods enter the country, is an important and delicate phase, as a series of formalities have to be carried out before the Customs and Excise Department of the Tax Agency. What customs does is ask for a series of data on the importer (buyer), the exporter (seller) and the merchandise purchased.
Depending on the type of product imported, Customs will carry out one type of control or another to see if the requirements that apply in terms of customs duties and taxes, health, safety and quality are met.
Customs clearance circuits
These are colour codes that indicate the status of the goods (everything is in order, there is something missing, an inspection is required, etc.). Depending on whether the goods need inspection or not, a colour is assigned:
Green channel
The documentation is in order and the goods can pass through without restrictions.
Yellow channel
There has been an absence of some documents and when all the documentation is completed, the goods are released. That is, after a non-intrusive inspection has been carried out and the relevant certificate has been issued.
Orange channel
Inspection of the goods is required. The customs services are in charge of the exhaustive examination.
Red channel
The goods are physically and visually inspected and samples can be collected for analysis. The inspection can be carried out by Foreign Health, Plant Health, Animal Health, SOIVRE or Pharmacy.
Documents required to import into Spain
To import products into Spain from non-EU countries, the following documents must be presented:
- Commercial invoice: all the basic information on the transaction appears here.
- Customs value declaration: this is only necessary when the items being imported exceed 20,000 euros.
- Cargo insurance: this is required when the commercial invoice does not contain the insurance information for the goods.
- List of products: this is a commercial document containing information on the imported goods (weight, dimensions, handling instructions, etc.).
- Transport document: this may include the Sea Bill of Lading, the FIATA Bill of Lading, the Road Waybill, the Air Waybill or the Railway Bill of Lading.
- Single Administrative Document (SAD): this is a standard form that is presented in import declarations.
- Customs certificates: ‘phytosanitary certificate’, ‘health certificate’, ‘SOIVRE certificate’, ‘cites’, etc.
Why trust Grupajes Alicante to import goods to Spain?
Our import customs clearance services include importing goods to Spain by sea, air and land. We work with a large number of clients who endorse our services and are satisfied with the import solutions we offer them. We have a specific mission, a business vision and fixed values. Trust us for the following:
Mission
Our import solutions are framed within the current regulations. On a daily basis we work to deliver quality results.
Vision
We work to become a benchmark in the import of goods. To achieve this, we use our knowledge and experience.
Values
We are characterised by security, experience, rigour, sustainability, integrity and personal service. Thanks to these pillars, Grupajes Alicante is a quality import office.
Grupajes Alicante:
more than 30 years of experience as
import clearance
At Grupajes Alicante we are continually growing, learning and informing ourselves of import trends and taking into account current regulations. As a company with presence in Spain, Europe and Central America, we have established ourselves as a strategic import office that offers its services of importing goods to its customers, always guaranteeing security and good personal treatment.
Thanks to our more than 30 years of experience importing products into Spain, we can say that we have brought together great professionals from the international trade, freight forwarding and customs trades. As a customs company, you can count on a quality service, close and transparent communication and security in every part of the import process. Do you want your imports to be carried out in record time and efficiently? Contact us.
Contact us at
As a customs clearance company we are at your disposal. Our Spanish customs company will offer you a personalised service both for importing and exporting. Do you have any questions? Send us an email or call us on 965 100 522 and we will help you with whatever you need.
