Financial
Electronic Entry Payment
Electronic mechanism to pay trade duties directly from the importer's bank account to SAT, without visiting a bank. Linked to the entry form number.
Electronic mechanism to pay trade duties directly from the importer's bank account to SAT, without visiting a bank. Linked to the entry form number.
The customs broker calculates duties, generates a payment reference, and the importer pays electronically (wire transfer, banking portal). SAAI verifies payment before allowing clearance.
Foreign Trade Duties and Taxes
Taxes, fees, and charges payable upon the import or export of goods, including import duty (IGI), customs processing fee (DTA), and import VAT.
CustomsSAAI (Automated Customs System)
SAT's technology platform that electronically manages all foreign trade operations in Mexico, from customs declaration capture to goods release.
FinancialCustoms Processing Fee (DTA)
Fee paid for customs operations. The general rate is 8 per thousand of customs value for definitive imports. Reduced rates apply for IMMEX, maquiladoras, and FTA operations.