Criminal defense with vision
customs and business

Smuggling, customs fraud, document falsification... prevention
It is the key to protecting your company and its legal representatives.

At Araújo Ibarra we know it.

Customs and exchange law

Receive expert advice to ensure compliance with the customs and exchange obligations in its operations foreign trade in Colombia.

Advice on customs and foreign exchange law in Colombia

Partnering with Araújo Ibarra will allow you to:

3 steps to minimize legal and operational risks:

Step 1 | Understand your needs

Your situation may range from resolving a specific issue with the DIAN (such as a mandatory advance declaration) to customs tax planning for your business, or perhaps performing a due diligence. One of our experts will diagnose your situation.

Step 2 | Context and Analysis

We draw on our knowledge of the regulatory and market context to provide you with a comprehensive solution and guide you through the decision-making process.

Step 3 | Resolution and ongoing support

We support you throughout the implementation of the solution and offer ongoing support so you always have a team of experts at your disposal.

Services

01

Customs and foreign currency exchange consultancy

Ensure regulatory compliance and avoid penalties

We offer comprehensive specialized advice in all aspects of customs and exchange procedures, ensuring the operational efficiency of your company and the application of the foreign exchange and customs regulations in Colombia.

02

Customs tax planning

Take advantage of tax benefits and optimize costs

We provide strategic planning to optimize tariff and exchange structures, identifying opportunities to reduce costs and take advantage of tax benefits in operations. international trade.

03

Foreign investment registration

Simplify foreign investment management and compliance

We assist in the management and registration of foreign investment, ensuring compliance with current regulations and managing the clearing accounts at the Bank of the Republic.

04

Customs compliance Due Diligence

Minimize legal and regulatory risks

We conduct a detailed assessment of international operations to ensure compliance with customs and foreign exchange regulations, providing a comprehensive analysis that covers all aspects of compliance.

05

Representation in proceedings

Secure expert legal representation to protect your interests

Expert representation in proceedings before the DIAN, in sanctioning processes and in litigation administrative litigation, ensuring an effective defense of their interests and optimal negotiation with the supervisory authorities.

06

Legal representation in litigation

Resolve customs and foreign exchange disputes with a specialized legal team.

Our team focuses on effective advocacy, mediation, and administrative conflict resolution to maintain operational stability.

07

Continuous training

Stay up to date with policy and regulatory changes

Development and implementation of customized training programs for teams involved in customs and exchange processes, keeping them up to date with the regulations of the DIAN and other entities for the use of best practices.

08

Preventive Consulting – Criminal Compliance

Prevent legal contingencies with a robust and adaptable criminal compliance strategy.

Advice on identifying risks in the supply chain or in the operations of customs users regarding customs, foreign exchange, and criminal risks.

09

Customs and tax criminal representation

Face the criminal challenges of foreign trade with confidence.

Representation and legal advice in criminal investigations and proceedings against importers, exporters and in general customs users who are being investigated by customs or tax violations.

Corporate graphic for international trade consulting – Araujo Ibarra

Make more informed and less costly decisions with the help of an international trade expert.