Customs & Foreign Trade

In the field of foreign trade we provide integral consulting services in import and export matters, including -among others- tariff classification, customs valuation, regulations regarding origin, non customs-related restrictions and regulations on imports and exports (e.g., licenses, permits and quotas), unfair trade practices (i.e., antidumping, subsidies and countervailing measures, safeguards) as well as free trade agreements.

“The team is accurate in addressing the issues, eager to find concrete solutions to complex matters and has a long-term vision when proposing alternatives.”

Chambers and Partners Latin America Guide

“Bruchou & Funes de Rioja’s team has vast knowledge of customs matters. They are very dedicated and responsible for the tasks entrusted to them.”

Chambers and Partners Latin America Guide

“The lawyers at Bruchou & Funes de Rioja demonstrate solid expertise of Argentine foreign trade regulations, provide an immediate response to our requirements and have vast knowledge of the sector in which their client operates.”

Chambers and Partners Latin America Guide

“Bruchou & Funes de Rioja has a high level of expertise and offers excellent levels of commitment and support as well as responsiveness.”

Chambers and Partners Latin America Guide

“Bruchou & Funes de Rioja has one of the largest tax practices among Argentina’s law firms and is also one of the very few with a full-time practice devoted entirely to customs.”

International Tax Review

“Bruchou & Funes de Rioja’s client list includes large companies in the financial, commodities, agribusiness, energy, oil and gas, mining, technology and services sectors.”

International Tax Review

“Sources applaud Bruchou & Funes de Rioja’s tax & customs practice for its international commercial awareness and understanding of business issues.”

Chambers and Partners Latin America Guide

“Bruchou & Funes de Rioja’s tax & customs practice is praised for its excellent client service, fast response times and insightful understanding of economic issues.”

Chambers and Partners Latin America Guide

“Bruchou & Funes de Rioja’s international trade and customs team has a reputation as the leading firm in Argentina in this area.”

The Legal 500 Latin America

“The firm advises several oil and gas services companies on customs and foreign trade issues.”

The Legal 500 Latin America

At Bruchou & Funes de Rioja’s Customs Practice, we have vast experience advising national and foreign investors on benefiting from export promotion programs, such as temporary importation for inward processing.

We are experienced in the strategic planning of foreign trade operations, and in carrying out internal audits. We can also represent our clients before all customs offices in Argentina (e.g. Salta’s customs office; Province of Tierra del Fuego’s customs offices), and in any administrative and/or judicial proceedings emerging thereof (e.g. defense within infringement proceedings).

We also provide advice regarding foreign exchange regulations applicable to foreign trade, and represent our clients in any related proceeding, before the Central Bank and financial institutions, among others.