OFFICIAL 2026 SENIAT TARIFF GUIDE

Tariffs & Permits to Import
Pharmaceutical Products & Medicines

Tax Structure, VAT Exemptions, and MPPS Healthcare Licensing (Chapter 30).

Estimate Duties & Taxes Request Permit Audit
SENIAT Ad-Valorem0% – 5%Per CIF HS Code
Customs Service Fee1%On CIF Value
Import VATExempt (2026 Decree)Taxable Base
Clearance Time12 – 24 HoursPort of La Guaira / Maiquetía

Key Customs HS Codes for Pharmaceutical Products & Medicines

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

HS CodeProduct DescriptionAd-ValoremSENIAT FeeIVARequired Permits
3004.90.99Medicaments for therapeutic uses0%1%ExentoMPPS Health Registry

Clearance Simulation

Sample calculation for a $100,000 USD CIF shipment

Shipment CIF Value:$100,000 USD
Ad-Valorem (0% – 5%):+$0 USD
SENIAT Fee (1%):+$1,000 USD
Taxable Base for VAT:$101,000 USD
Import VAT (Exempt (2026 Decree)):+$0 USD
Total Estimated Duties:$1,000 USD

Required Documentation

Mandatory legal dossier for SENIAT clearance

  • MPPS Health License
  • Batch Analysis Certificate
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 Pharmaceutical Products & Medicines Imports

Are medicines VAT exempt?

Yes, under 2026 Decree.

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