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Trusted Diplomatic Relocation Partner in El Salvador | IAM & WCA Member

BFI El Salvador is a trusted Customs Broker, Freight Forwarder, and Relocation Partner with over 15 years of experience supporting diplomatic missions, international organizations, corporations, and expatriate assignments in El Salvador.

We specialize in international moving, corporate relocations, and tailored logistics solutions designed to meet the specific needs of each mission, family, and institution.

Our diplomatic relocation services include:

  • Coordination of diplomatic household goods shipments
  • Customs clearance management in compliance with local regulations
  • Professional export packing and custom crating for high-value and delicate items
  • International air and sea freight coordination
  • Door to door delivery, unpacking, installation, and debris removal
  • Detailed inventory control and condition reporting
  • Ongoing post move support

BFI El Salvador is a proud member of:

  • IAM (International Association of Movers (Trusted Moving Company)
  • WCA (World Cargo Alliance)
  • MoverPOE Network

These global affiliations ensure reliable international coordination, compliance standards, and service continuity worldwide.

Our team understands the importance of discretion, regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and clear communication when managing diplomatic shipments and staff relocations.

We would be honored to support your mission’s relocation and logistics requirements and to be considered as a trusted local partner in El Salvador.

For further information or to schedule an introductory meeting, please contact:

Moisés Carballo
Sales & Relocation Manager
BFI El Salvador
+503 7398 3568
mcarballo@bfielsalvador.com
www.bfielsalvador.com

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Major Customs Update in El Salvador. What Agents Must Know

We are pleased to share important updates regarding El Salvador’s continued customs modernization and recent regulatory developments that further strengthen our logistics environment.

1️⃣ Technology & Operational Efficiency

Following the participation of the General Director of Customs at the World Customs Organization (WCO) Technology Conference in Abu Dhabi, El Salvador is moving forward with the implementation of advanced non intrusive scanning systems. These solutions will allow the inspection of more than 100 vehicles per hour, significantly reducing manual inspections, strengthening risk management, improving illicit detection, and accelerating clearance processes.

El Salvador continues to register an average direct export clearance time of approximately three days one of the most competitive timeframes in Latin America.

2️⃣ Administrative Simplification – Elimination of Requirements (DGA 010-2026)

As part of the national strategy for administrative simplification and competitiveness, the General Directorate of Customs has officially informed that requirements applicable to the importation of lighting products (luminaires) have been eliminated.

This means that no technical opinions or regulatory documentation will be required for their importation, streamlining procedures and reducing processing times.

3️⃣ Energy Efficiency Regulations – Updated Verification Process (DGA 011-2026)

Customs, in coordination with the Directorate of Energy, Hydrocarbons and Mines (DGEHM), will now digitally verify technical opinions for:

  • Refrigeration equipment (domestic and commercial)
  • Air conditioning units
  • AC electric motors

Verification will be conducted through system integration between DGEHM’s online platform and SIDUNEA WORLD (“Paperless Customs”) or SIDUNEA ++, depending on the transmission system used.

Importers must attach the corresponding technical ruling or exemption to the customs declaration under the applicable RTS and RTCA energy efficiency regulations.

Important clarifications include:

  • Technical rulings issued to a manufacturer may be certified and used by importers of that brand.
  • Rulings issued to an importer are not transferable to another importer.
  • Personal-use shipments (household goods, donations, parcels) are exempt.
  • For products classified under HS headings 84.15, 84.18 and 85.01, compliance remains mandatory.
  • The new bulletin replaces previous DGA 040-2025 guidelines.

These measures reflect a balanced strategy:
✔ Greater facilitation for compliant trade
✔ Stronger digital controls
✔ Regulatory clarity
✔ Increased operational predictability

El Salvador continues to consolidate its role as a strategic logistics hub in Central America, combining efficiency, modernization, and regulatory transparency.

We remain at your disposal for any clarification or operational coordination required.

Best regards,
Jorge Rosa / jrosa@bfielsalvador.com
BFI El Salvador

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Operational Guidance for IAM Partners | Imports into El Salvador

Dear IAM Partners,

I would like to share important guidance regarding imports into El Salvador, in line with current criteria applied by the Dirección General de Aduanas (DGA).
According to the provisions applied under DACG-016-2025, the DGA allows import operations to be structured using up to two import declarations, with a maximum declared value of up to USD 100,000 per category, provided that all customs requirements, valuation rules, and supporting documentation are properly met for salvadoreans or naturalized citizens.

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This value limit applies independently to each of the following categories:
• Household goods up to USD 100,000
• Vehicles (of all types) up to USD 100,000
• Work tools and professional equipment up to USD 100,000

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Additional operational experience:
Based on our direct experience applying this framework in real operations, we have successfully managed imports under each of these categories, always coordinating transparently with customs authorities and in full compliance with DGA declaration, valuation, and control procedures.
As active members of IAM, we believe in sharing clear, experience based information that supports our partners and helps protect their operation. In my role, I focus on explaining these processes in a practical and straight forward manner, ensuring agents understand not only what is permitted, but how to structure the operation correctly.
If you have a specific case or would like to review how this framework may apply to an upcoming shipment to El Salvador, I will be glad to assist you directly.

Warm regards,

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Moises Carballo
Relocation & Destination Services Manager
BFI El Salvador
📞 Phone: (+503) 7398 3568
Active Member of IAM | WCA | Globalia

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Trade Update | El Salvador–U.S. Agreement Eliminates 10% Export Tariff

I am Jorge Rosa, Key Account & Relocation Manager at BFI El Salvador, with over 25 years of experience in international logistics and more than 15 years growing with this company. 

Throughout my career, I have worked in imports and exports, international relocations, and project cargo, managing complex operations and specialized movements. 

My focus is on delivering reliable, trusted efficient, and transparent solutions, with strong attention to detail and fast response times.

I believe in teamwork and building long term relationships with clients and global partners, ensuring every operation is handled with professionalism and commitment.

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A New Chapter in El Salvador – EEUU Trade Relations

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El Salvador and the United States have officially signed a Reciprocal Trade Agreement that eliminates the 10% tariff on Salvadoran exports to the EEUU market. This milestone further strengthens the commercial relationship between both countries and positions El Salvador as a more competitive and attractive sourcing and manufacturing hub for international trade. Why this mattersFrom a logistics and trade perspective, this agreement is expected to:Improve cost efficiency for exportersEncourage new trade flows and foreign investmentIncrease demand for reliable freight, relocation, and project cargo solutionsStrengthen long term EEUU – Central America trade lanesInternational media have highlighted this agreement as a key step in reinforcing bilateral trade and positioning El Salvador as one of the first countries in the region to secure a reciprocal tariff elimination with the United States. How BFI El Salvador can supportAt BFI El Salvador, we are closely monitoring these developments and preparing to support our partners with tailored logistics solutions across:Export and import freightInternational relocationsProject cargo and special movementsOur focus remains on efficiency, compliance, and fast response times, ensuring smooth operations under this new trade framework.If you have current or upcoming business involving El Salvador–EEUU trade lanes, we would be glad to explore opportunities together. 

Kind regards,

Jorge Rosa
Key Account & Relocation Manager
BFI El Salvador
Member of IAMovers | WCA | WCA Relocations | Globalia | MoversPOE

Informational links:

Forbes Spain
https://forbes.es/economia/estados-unidos-firma-un-acuerdo-comercial-con-el-salvador-que-elimina-el-arancel-del-10-a-sus-productos/

Europa Press / Notimérica
https://www.notimerica.com/economia/noticia-estados-unidos-firma-acuerdo-comercial-salvador-elimina-arancel-10-productos-20260129164507.html

El Salvador in English
https://elsalvadorinenglish.com/2025/11/14/us-eliminates-reciprocal-tariffs-on-salvadoran-exports/

BFI El Salvador – News
https://www.bfielsalvador.com/news

The United States and El Salvador signed the Reciprocal Trade Agreement on January 29, 2026, which sets the framework for eliminating the 10% tariff on certain Salvadoran exports under CAFTA-DR. The agreement will enter into force once both countries complete their domestic legal procedures and notify each other in writing, a date that is expected to be announced soon by the governments.

The Port of La Unión has been reactivated as a strategic hub for      RO/RO cargo in El Salvador, specializing in the handling of vehicles and rolling equipment. Its modern infrastructure allows efficient reception of RO/RO vessels, helping to decongest Acajutla Port and positioning La Unión as a key alternative for automotive and project-related imports in the region.

As El Salvador continues to expand its infrastructure, the country is receiving large scale construction equipment, modular structures, and specialized machinery for major public and private projects. BFI specializes in handling project cargo and oversized shipments, providing door to door solutions for complex and high value operations.