🇵🇦 Einfuhrzoll und Abgaben: Panama
Kurz & knapp
Zollfreier Schwellenwert
$100
Pakete unter $100, zollfrei
MwSt / Steuer
7%
CIF value + duty. ITBMS at 7%. Alcohol and tobacco at 10-15%. Basic food basket and medicines exempt.
Verzollungsdauer
1-3 Tage
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Hinweis: Uses USD; Colon Free Zone for re-exports
Zollsätze nach Kategorie
| Kategorie | Zollsatz | HS-Kapitel |
|---|---|---|
| Electronics | 5-15% (smartphones 5%, laptops 5%, TVs 15%, Colón FTZ goods may be 0%) | HS 85 |
| Clothing | 10-15% (knitted garments 10%, woven shirts 15%) | HS 61-62 |
| Footwear | 10-15% (leather shoes 10%, sports shoes 15%) | HS 64 |
| Food products | 5-40% (rice 30-40%, meat 25-30%, dairy 15-25%, processed food 5-15%) | HS 01-24 |
| Machinery | 0-5% (industrial machinery 0%, agricultural 0%) | HS 84 |
| Cosmetics | 5-10% (perfumes 10%, skincare 5%) | HS 33 |
| Books | 0% | HS 49 |
| Toys | 5-10% (basic toys 5%, electronic toys 10%) | HS 95 |
Angegebene Sätze gelten für Standardwaren. Der genaue Satz hängt vom HS-Code Ihres Artikels ab.
Zollrechner
Unter der De-minimis-Schwelle, zollfrei!: $100 USD
Verzollungsprozess
Autoridad Nacional de Aduanas (ANA, ana.gob.pa). SIGA electronic customs system. Colón Free Trade Zone (Zona Libre de Colón), largest free trade zone in the Western Hemisphere, second globally after Hong Kong. Panama Canal makes the country a global logistics crossroads. ITBMS (VAT) at 7% on imports. FTAs with US (TPA), EU, Central America, and many others.
Was tatsächlich zu erwarten ist
One of Latin America's best logistics hubs. Colón Free Trade Zone makes Panama a global shipping hub, goods for re-export enter duty-free. Non-FTZ imports follow normal clearance in 2-3 days. ITBMS at 7% is very low for the region. US dollar is legal tender (no exchange rate risk). DHL, FedEx, UPS, Copa Airlines cargo well-established. Courier clearance 1-2 days. Postal mail via COTEL 1-2 weeks. Tocumen International Airport is a major regional hub.
Erforderliche Dokumente
Handelsrechnung
Artikelbeschreibung, Menge, Wert, Absender- und Empfängerdaten
Packliste
Detaillierte Inhaltsauflistung
Zollerklärung (CN22/CN23)
Erforderlich für Postsendungen
Luftfrachtbrief (AWB)
Wird vom Spediteur erstellt
Ursprungszeugnis
Kann für reduzierte Zölle erforderlich sein
Export-/Importlizenz
Für eingeschränkte Waren
Anforderungen an Einfuhrlizenzen
Required for firearms, pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, food products (sanitary registration via AUPSA). DEPA for pharmaceutical imports. Colón Free Zone imports exempt from most licensing for re-export goods.
Ursprungszeugnis
TPA certificate for US preferential rates. FTA certificates for EU, Central America, Singapore, and other partners. Issued by MICI (Ministry of Commerce) or Cámara de Comercio de Panamá. Colón Free Zone has separate documentation.
Mehr erfahren →Verbotene & eingeschränkte Waren
Verboten
- xBetäubungsmittel und illegale Drogen
- xSprengstoff und brennbare Materialien
- xWaffen und Munition
- xGefälschte Waren
- xFalschgeld und gefälschte Dokumente
Eingeschränkt (Genehmigung erforderlich)
- !Medikamente
- !Lebensmittel und Getränke
- !Pflanzen und Samen
- !Elektronik (Lithiumbatterien)
- !Parfüm und Kosmetik
Nützliche Links
Zoll- & Steuerschätzung
Geschätzte Einfuhrabgaben beim Versand nach Panama:
| Warenwert | Zoll | MwSt/Steuer | Gesamtkosten |
|---|---|---|---|
| $50 | $0 | $0 | Kostenlos |
| $100 | $0 | $0 | Kostenlos |
| $200 | $10 | $15 | $25 |
| $500 | $40 | $38 | $78 |
| $1000 | $90 | $76 | $166 |
Nur Schätzungen. Tatsächliche Zölle hängen von der Produktkategorie ab.
Beliebte Routen nach Panama
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What is the duty-free threshold for Panama?
The duty-free (de minimis) threshold for imports into Panama is $100. Goods valued below this amount are exempt from customs duties.
What is the VAT rate on imports to Panama?
The VAT/tax rate on imports to Panama is 7%. VAT applies to: CIF value + duty. ITBMS at 7%. Alcohol and tobacco at 10-15%. Basic food basket and medicines exempt.
How long does customs clearance take in Panama?
Typical customs clearance in Panama takes 1-3 days. Express shipments usually clear faster.
What documents are needed to import into Panama?
To import into Panama, you typically need: commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading/airway bill, and customs declaration. Some goods may require a certificate of origin or import license.
What items are prohibited from import into Panama?
Panama prohibits the import of narcotics, weapons, counterfeit goods, certain animal products, and hazardous materials. Restrictions may also apply to alcohol, tobacco, pharmaceuticals, and certain electronics.