OFFICIAL 2026 SENIAT TARIFF GUIDE

Tariffs & Permits to Import
Food, Beverage & Agribusiness

INSAI Permits, MPPS Health Registries, and Import Tariffs (Chapters 10–22).

Estimate Duties & Taxes Request Permit Audit
SENIAT Ad-Valorem10% – 20%Per CIF HS Code
Customs Service Fee1%On CIF Value
Import VAT16% (Exempt on Basic Grains)Taxable Base
Clearance Time24 – 36 HoursPort of La Guaira / Maiquetía

Key Customs HS Codes for Food, Beverage & Agribusiness

Homologated customs classification per Venezuela Common External Tariff (MERCOSUR / ALADI).

HS CodeProduct DescriptionAd-ValoremSENIAT FeeIVARequired Permits
1902.19.00Uncooked pasta, not stuffed or prepared15%1%16%Health Registry / INSAI
1005.90.10Yellow corn for human or animal feed0%1%ExentoINSAI Phytosanitary Permit

Clearance Simulation

Sample calculation for a $40,000 USD CIF shipment

Shipment CIF Value:$40,000 USD
Ad-Valorem (10% – 20%):+$4,000 USD
SENIAT Fee (1%):+$400 USD
Taxable Base for VAT:$44,400 USD
Import VAT (16% (Exempt on Basic Grains)):+$7,104 USD
Total Estimated Duties:$11,504 USD

Required Documentation

Mandatory legal dossier for SENIAT clearance

  • INSAI Phyto/Zoosanitary Certificate
  • CPE Food Registry
  • Proforma Invoice
Legal & Fiscal Disclaimer

This tool provides an automated estimation based on general product descriptions. The results are strictly for informational purposes. Contucarga Agentes de Aduana assumes no fiscal or legal liability for decisions made using this tool. Final customs duties are determined by the SENIAT upon physical inspection. For legally binding classification, always use our Professional Classification Service.

Frequently Asked Questions on Food, Beverage & Agribusiness Imports

Is an INSAI certificate mandatory?

Yes, required for plant and animal goods.

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