LAW 1004 DEC. 30, 2005

Which amends a special regime to encourage investment and establishes other provisions.

Decree 2147 of 2016

Simplifies regulations: Reduces the number of complex rules governing free trade zones.

Streamlined procedures: Simplifies the process of setting up and operating in a free trade zone.

Defines responsibilities: Clarifies the roles of the government agencies involved in these processes

Resolution 000046 of July 26, 2019

Regulates Decree 1165 of 2019 and establishes customs procedures, including cargo operations, warehouses, free trade zones, and procedures with DIAN.

Decree 1165 of 2019

Customs operations: Defines the steps, required documents, and deadlines for importing, exporting, and transiting goods. 

Trade stakeholders: Defines the responsibilities and duties of importers, exporters, customs brokers, and transport companies. 

Support Measures: Regulates special regimes such as free trade zones, the Vallejo Plan, and benefits for Authorized Economic Operators (AEOs).

Decree 278 of 2021

Amends Decree 2147 of 2016 and establishes provisions governing the free trade zone regime, including operator and industrial users, requirements, investment, employment, operations, and free trade zone operations.

Law 2586 of 2026

The new regime for customs penalties and seizure of goods is adopted, as well as the procedure applicable in cases of noncompliance with customs obligations and provisions in the context of foreign trade operations, and other provisions are established.