To export flowers, one must:
1. Register as an exporter by obtaining a RUT number from the DIAN or SuperCade.
2. Conduct market research to identify potential foreign markets and learn about consumer preferences and regulations in target countries.
3. Follow customs clearance procedures with the DIAN which includes obtaining necessary permits, submitting export authorization applications, and using an international transport method like air or sea.
2. Register as an exporter
Arrange the Single Tax Register (RUT) at any branch of the DIAN or
SuperCade.
Market research and location of potential demand
Select the market in which you want to venture. Identify the
characteristics of the country to which you are exporting, such as
consumer preferences and regulations.
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3. Location tariff position
Locate the subheading of the product through the tariff schedule or the
Information Center of the city.
Approval procedures
Consult the DIAN if your product requires prior permits for export authorization.
After processing them, you must submit the Application for Authorization of
boarding to the computer system of the DIAN.
4. Customs clearance procedures for DIAN:
When the goods have check list negotiating terms.
You can use a filler or sea to the recruitment of international transport.
In the DIAN the port, airport or border crossing, you can ask the Shipping
Authorization Application.
If the export has a value greater than US $ 10,000, this procedure should be
done through a Customs Agency.
Payment
There are different means of international payment: bank transfers, letters of
credit, guaranteed drafts, guarantees Standby.
Currency exchange or refund procedures
You must repay currencies through foreign exchange market intermediaries,
such as: commercial banks and other financial institutions
5. The US is the largest market, with 75.7% of
exports. They sold to 89 countries.
6. The Minister highlighted the good moment
that Colombian floriculture and expectations
with the arrival of Valentine's Day in the
United States: "The flower industry in
Colombia is one of the most organized, all
employees are formalized and be exported in
the coming days, Valentine, approximately
500 million flowers, equivalent to 30 jumbo
jets with Colombian products to the United
States. "