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What we do

Customs services in Venezuela, managed from start to finish.

Based in Puerto Cabello, UNICA manages customs operations through the ports of Puerto Cabello, La Guaira and Maracaibo. We cover the full customs phase: tariff classification, permits, declaration, customs inspection and cargo release.

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Our specialties

Where we set the standard

Four areas where 20+ years of experience make the difference. No improvising here: your operation is handled by people with real experience in each one.

Vehículos importados por UNICA en el patio de contenedores de Puerto Cabello Specialty

Vehicle imports

Our strength. We manage the import and customs clearance of your vehicle, reviewing every applicable requirement in advance. More than 1,200 imported vehicles support our experience.

  • Correct tariff classification of the vehicle
  • Permit and documentation management
  • Customs clearance and cargo release
Buque granelero atracado en el muelle de Puerto Cabello para carga a granel Specialty

Bulk cargo

Proven experience in customs management for large volumes. More than 150 bulk cargo operations have been managed by UNICA.

  • Document coordination with terminals and operators
  • Document control for every shipment
  • Follow-up across all three ports
Equipo descargando un contenedor de carga general en el patio de Puerto Cabello Specialty

General cargo

Your company's everyday goods: containers, pallets and packages with the customs process managed from classification through cargo release.

  • Customs management for commercial goods
  • Classification and duty calculation
  • Customs inspection and cargo release
Equipo portuario movilizando una excavadora durante una operación de carga proyecto en Puerto Cabello Specialty

Project cargo

Customs management for industrial machinery and oversized equipment (project cargo), prepared piece by piece before shipment.

  • Permits and classification for each piece
  • Document coordination with specialized operators
  • Multi-phase shipments

Full service

Everything else we manage

These services round out our customs work, with the same personal attention at every stage.

Complementary services

Learn what each service includes and how we coordinate it before requesting a quote.

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Inland transport

Through our operational partners, we coordinate the movement of your cargo from the port to the agreed destination.

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Storage and deconsolidation

Through our operational partners, we coordinate cargo deconsolidation and private storage outside the port area when customs status permits release.

Other customs services

Services reviewed and quoted according to each operation's requirements.

Tariff classification

We classify your goods correctly so you pay what is fair and avoid delays from tariff code errors.

Customs transit

We manage the movement of your cargo between customs offices with every document in order, without setbacks or delays.

Industrial chemicals

We handle chemical goods with the permits and technical care Venezuelan law requires.

Agrochemicals

Fertilizers and agricultural products, with the entry permits they require managed in advance.

How UNICA works with you

How we work with you

Start with a message. For vehicles, we begin with the technical data sheet; for other goods, we review the available information.

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Message us on WhatsApp

Tell us what you need to import.

2

Share the available information

For vehicles, start with the technical data sheet. For other operations, send what you have and we will tell you what is missing.

3

Receive your quote

A clear proposal with no fine print.

4

We manage the customs process

We file the declaration, support the customs inspection and process cargo release.

Information for your operation

For vehicles, begin with the technical data sheet; the other documents are requested later. For other goods, send what you have and we will review what is missing.

Commercial invoiceThe value and details of the goods you purchased.
Packing listHow the cargo is packed (packages, weights and measurements).
BL (Bill of Lading)The ocean shipping document.
Ocean freight valueWhat it cost to bring the cargo by ship to the port.
Product data sheetThe characteristics of the goods, to classify them correctly.

Don't have them all at hand? No problem. Message us and we guide you through whatever is missing.

Real operations

Gallery of our operations

Vehicle, bulk cargo, general cargo and project cargo customs operations managed through Puerto Cabello, La Guaira and Maracaibo.

+20
Years of experience
+1,200
Vehicles imported
+150
Bulk cargo operations
3
Operating ports

From document preparation through cargo release, we manage the customs phase of your operation. Tell us about your operation on WhatsApp.

Importing companies

Request a quote for your company's next import

Send the documents you already have on WhatsApp. For a vehicle import, start with the technical data sheet. We review your operation and reply the same business day, with no obligation.

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We also serve individual importers · Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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Tell us about your operation

Answer three quick questions and we will prepare your WhatsApp message. The port and additional details are optional. You do not need to enter personal information or attach documents.

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