Also known as: Customs inspection, Physical examination of goods
A physical and documentary verification procedure conducted by customs authorities to confirm that declared goods match the information in the customs declaration.
A customs examination (aforo) is the process by which customs authorities physically inspect goods to verify their nature, quantity, weight, origin, and condition against the customs declaration (pedimento) and supporting documents.
Customs Inspection
The physical and documentary examination of goods performed by Mexican customs authorities to verify they match the information declared in the pedimento.
CustomsAutomated Selection Mechanism
Mexico's random and risk-based system that determines whether goods will undergo customs inspection (red light) or be released without inspection (green light).
CustomsCustoms Declaration (Pedimento)
The official document filed with Mexican customs that covers the entry or exit of goods from Mexico, prepared and submitted by a licensed customs broker.
RegulationsMexican Official Standard (NOM)
Mandatory technical regulation establishing requirements and specifications that products and services must meet in Mexico.