On 4 March 2026, Dirección de Impuestos y Aduanas Nacionales (DIAN) [National Directorate of Taxes and Customs] issued an official press release confirming ongoing developments in Colombia’s Customs Sanctions Regime (Régimen Sancionatorio Aduanero). The announcement highlights that the government is actively working with private sector stakeholders to refine and consolidate proposals into a unified framework ahead of formal legislative submission.
According to DIAN, the revised draft incorporates industry feedback with the objective of establishing a more balanced and operationally effective sanctions regime. Two parallel proposals, one from the government and one from the private sector, are currently under technical review and are expected to be aligned through continued consultation. This collaborative approach reflects an effort to ensure that the final regime is both enforceable and proportionate to the realities of international trade operations.
From a customs and trade compliance perspective, this development signals an upcoming shift in Colombia’s enforcement landscape. While the regime has not yet been enacted into law, companies should anticipate potential changes to penalty structures, infringement classifications, and administrative procedures governing customs violations.
Businesses engaged in import and export activities involving Colombia may consider using this consultation window to review their current compliance frameworks, particularly in areas such as declaration accuracy, classification controls, and internal audit readiness. Early preparation will be critical to mitigate risks once the revised sanctions regime is formalized.
Please read the official press release from the National Directorate of Taxes and Customs:
https://www.dian.gov.co/Prensa/Paginas/NG-Comunicado-de-Prensa-032-2026.aspx