Customs clearance for Brazil
We take care of the complete customs clearance for shipments to and from Brazil. Trade zone: Derde land zonder akkoord. AEO-F certified, experienced with agriculture, aircraft parts, machinery, pharmaceuticals, gemstones.
Customs Brazil at a glance
Brazil · South America
- agriculture
- aircraft parts
- machinery
- pharmaceuticals
- gemstones
For customs clearance between the Netherlands and Brazil specific rules apply. Aircargo.nl handles daily shipments to and from Brazil, especially in product categories agriculture, aircraft parts, machinery, pharmaceuticals, gemstones. Our AEO-F status (NL AEOF 0002440) ensures faster processing times and a lower chance of physical inspections.
Below you will find the specific customs details for Brazil: trade regime, origin documents, typical processing times, and which documents are needed for smooth clearance.
Specific customs rules regarding Brazil
EU-Mercosur deal politically concluded in December 2024 but not yet in effect — ratification is still pending. For now, Brazil-EU trade flows fall under standard MFN tariffs. Tariff quotas (TRQ) apply under ongoing compromises for specific products. Brazilian customs (RFB) is known for laborious procedures: SISCOMEX registration of importers is mandatory.
Typical documents for Brazil
Commercial invoice in English and Portuguese recommended, packing list, Air Waybill, Certificate of Origin legalized by Chamber of Commerce, importer’s CNPJ required, possibly ANVISA registration for pharmaceuticals/food.
Aircargo.nl prepares these documents under our own authorization as an AEO-F customs broker. For Authorized Consignor shipments (ACR), export freight can depart immediately without delay at a customs office.
Key customs figures Brazil
Customs clearance by type of goods for Brazil
Frequently asked questions about customs clearance Brazil
How do I arrange customs clearance for imports from Brazil?
We handle the import declaration through DMS under our AEO-F authorization. With correct documentation, release usually occurs within a few hours. When possible, we arrange pre-arrival declarations so your shipment doesn’t sit idle unnecessarily.
And for exports from the Netherlands to Brazil?
Under our ACR license (Authorized Consignor), export shipments can depart directly from our or your location. For preferential tariffs in Brazil, we prepare the correct origin document: factuurverklaring.
Can I pay import duties in a consolidated manner?
Under our DPO license (Deferred Payment), you can settle import duties and VAT grouped — monthly instead of per shipment. This provides a direct cash flow advantage for regular import flows from Brazil.
How long does customs clearance take between the Netherlands and Brazil?
Typically 4-8 hours at Schiphol; Brazilian side may take 2-5 days. Our AEO-F status ensures priority handling and a lower rate of physical inspections.
What if I’m not established in the EU?
For clients located outside the EU, we act as indirect representative under our customs broker authorization. Learn more on our representation page.
Shipment to or from Brazil?
Send us your shipment details for customs clearance between the Netherlands and Brazil. We respond within 4 hours with a fixed price.