Introduction to custom law
This term refers to the government rules and regulations that control the import and export of goods.
customs law
This is a source of law from the Mexican Legal System.
Cutom
This Mexican agency, part of the Ministry of Finance, is responsible for tax collection and customs administration.
SAT (Secretaria de Administración Tributaria)
what does ANAM stand for?
Agencia Nacional de Aduanas de México
Which Mexican authority is responsible for customs operations?
The Tax Administration Service (SAT) through the General Administration of Customs (AGA).
This type of tax is imposed on imported goods and varies depending on trade agreements and product classification.
tariff
This is the authority in charge of Custom Law and it regulates the entry and exit of products?
Agencia Nacional de Aduanas de México ANAM
Mexico created this independent agency to strengthen customs operations and border security.
ANAM (Agencia Nacional de Aduanas de México)
what is ANAM's main objective'
The main objective of the ANAM is to strengthen national security and the Mexican customs system.
Why do federative entities in Mexico collaborate with customs authorities?
To improve border control, prevent illegal trade, and ensure proper tax collection.
This international agreement between Mexico, the U.S., and Canada replaced NAFTA in 2020, influencing customs regulations.
USMCA (United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement)
Pedimento Aduanal
This agency ensures that imported medicines, food, and health-related products meet safety standards in Mexico.
COFEPRIS (Comisión Federal para la Protección contra Riesgos Sanitarios)
what are the types of customs in Mexico? mention at least 2/4
What is one key benefit of customs cooperation for Mexican states?
increased revenue through better enforcement of import/export duties.
Goods that are restricted or prohibited from entering a country due to safety, environmental, or economic reasons fall under this category.
Controlled or prohibited goods
Verification of origin / Audit in foreign trade
This agency regulates agricultural and livestock imports to protect Mexico from pests and diseases.
SENASICA (Servicio Nacional de Sanidad, Inocuidad y Calidad Agroalimentaria)
How many General Directorates make up the Central Administrative Units of the ANAM?
10
What type of illegal activity do customs cooperation agreements in Mexico aim to prevent?
Smuggling and tax evasion.
This Mexican agency, created in 2021, is responsible for managing customs operations separately from SAT.
ANAM (Agencia Nacional de Aduanas de México)
These two federal ministries oversee customs security at strategic ports and border crossings.
SEDENA (Secretaría de la Defensa Nacional) and SEMAR (Secretaría de Marina)
when was ANAM created and what organism did it substitute?
it was created in 2021 to substitute Administración General de Aduanas.
Name one federative entity in Mexico known for strong collaboration with customs due to its busy border crossings.
Baja California, particularly through the Tijuana border.