🇳🇮 Aduanas e impuestos de importación: Nicaragua
Datos rápidos
Umbral libre de impuestos
$0
Impuestos desde $0
IVA / Impuesto
15%
CIF value + duty. IVA at 15% on all imports. ISC (selective consumption tax) on alcohol, tobacco, luxury goods.
Tiempo de despacho
3-7 días
tramitación habitual
Tipos arancelarios por categoría
| Categoría | Tipo arancelario | Capítulo HS |
|---|---|---|
| Electronics | 0-15% (smartphones 0% under CAFTA-DR, laptops 0%, TVs 15%) | HS 85 |
| Clothing | 15% (all garments 15%) | HS 61-62 |
| Footwear | 15% (all footwear 15%) | HS 64 |
| Food products | 0-15% (rice 15%, meat 15%, dairy 15%, basic grains 0-5%) | HS 01-24 |
| Machinery | 0-5% (industrial machinery 0%, tools 5%) | HS 84 |
| Cosmetics | 5-15% (perfumes 15%, skincare 5%) | HS 33 |
| Books | 0% | HS 49 |
| Toys | 5-15% (basic toys 5%, electronic toys 15%) | HS 95 |
Las tarifas mostradas corresponden a mercancías estándar. El tipo exacto depende del código HS de tu artículo.
Calculadora de aranceles
Proceso de despacho de aduanas
DGA (Dirección General de Aduanas, dga.gob.ni) under DGI. CAFTA-DR FTA with US reduces/eliminates many duties. Central American Common Tariff (DAI). IVA at 15% on imports. Electronic customs declaration system. Port of Corinto (Pacific) is the main cargo port. El Rama/Bluefields on Atlantic side.
Qué esperar realmente
CAFTA-DR reduces many US duties. IVA at 15%. Port of Corinto is the main cargo port. Customs can be bureaucratic and slow. Postal mail unreliable, 3-6 weeks. DHL and FedEx available in Managua but service is limited. Political situation under Ortega government means some Western sanctions affect trade. ISC (selective consumption tax) on some goods. Infrastructure basic outside Managua.
Documentos necesarios
Factura comercial
Descripción, cantidad, valor, datos del remitente y destinatario
Lista de empaque
Descripción detallada del contenido
Declaración aduanera (CN22/CN23)
Requerida para envíos postales
Guía aérea (AWB)
Generada por el transportista al reservar el envío
Certificado de origen
Puede requerirse para aranceles reducidos
Licencia de exportación/importación
Para productos restringidos
Requisitos de licencia de importación
Required for firearms, pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and some food products. Sanitary registration from MINSA (Ministry of Health) for food and cosmetics. Free trade zones (zonas francas) for manufacturing.
Certificado de origen
CAFTA-DR certificate for US trade. Central American integration certificates. FTA with EU (AdA). Issued by CETREX (Centro de Trámites de las Exportaciones) or Cámara de Comercio de Nicaragua.
Más información →Artículos prohibidos y restringidos
Prohibidos
- xNarcóticos y drogas ilegales
- xExplosivos y materiales inflamables
- xArmas y municiones
- xProductos falsificados
- xMoneda y documentos falsos
Restringidos (requiere permiso)
- !Medicamentos
- !Alimentos y bebidas
- !Plantas y semillas
- !Electrónica (baterías de litio)
- !Perfumes y cosméticos
Enlaces útiles
Estimación de aranceles
Cargos de importación estimados al enviar mercancías a Nicaragua:
| Valor del producto | Arancel | IVA/Impuesto | Total a pagar |
|---|---|---|---|
| $50 | $8 | $9 | $16 |
| $100 | $15 | $17 | $32 |
| $200 | $30 | $35 | $65 |
| $500 | $75 | $86 | $161 |
| $1000 | $150 | $173 | $323 |
Solo estimaciones. Los aranceles reales dependen de la categoría del producto.
Rutas populares a Nicaragua
Preguntas frecuentes
What is the duty-free threshold for Nicaragua?
Nicaragua has no duty-free threshold. All imported goods are subject to duties regardless of their value.
What is the VAT rate on imports to Nicaragua?
The VAT/tax rate on imports to Nicaragua is 15%. VAT applies to: CIF value + duty. IVA at 15% on all imports. ISC (selective consumption tax) on alcohol, tobacco, luxury goods.
How long does customs clearance take in Nicaragua?
Typical customs clearance in Nicaragua takes 3-7 days. Express shipments usually clear faster.
What documents are needed to import into Nicaragua?
To import into Nicaragua, 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 Nicaragua?
Nicaragua 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.