Export of flowers
To export flowers, one must register as an exporter with the DIAN tax authority and obtain a RUT number. It is important to research potential foreign markets to understand customer preferences and regulations. The exporter must locate the tariff position of their product, obtain any necessary export permits from DIAN, and clear customs procedures by submitting shipping documents through DIAN's online system or via a customs agency if valued over $10,000. Popular methods of international payment include bank transfers, letters of credit, and guarantees. Currency exchange is handled through foreign exchange intermediaries like commercial banks. Colombia's largest flower export market is the US, which receives over 75% of exports, including an estimated 500 million flowers for Valentine's Day.
Export of flowers
- 1. EXPORT OF FLOWERS ANDREA RAMIREZ 1021214-B
- 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. STEPS
- 3. Location tariff position ï‚´ Locate the subheading of the product through the tariff schedule or the Information Center of the city. Approval procedures ï‚´ 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: ï‚´ When the goods have check list negotiating terms. ï‚´ You can use a filler or sea to the recruitment of international transport. ï‚´ In the DIAN the port, airport or border crossing, you can ask the Shipping Authorization Application. ï‚´ If the export has a value greater than US $ 10,000, this procedure should be done through a Customs Agency. ï‚´ Payment ï‚´ There are different means of international payment: bank transfers, letters of credit, guaranteed drafts, guarantees Standby. ï‚´ Currency exchange or refund procedures ï‚´ 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. ï‚´ 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. "