Doing Business with El Salvador

Exporting to El Salvador involves several steps. Here’s a comprehensive guide:

1. Conduct Market Research

   • Identify demand for your product in El Salvador.
   • Understand local consumer preferences and competition.

2. Verify Export Regulations

   • Ensure compliance with Salvadoran import requirements.
   • Check for specific product certifications or standards needed.

3. Prepare Export Documentation

   • Include commercial invoices, packing lists, and certificates of origin.
   • Ensure documents meet Salvadoran customs requirements.

Key Contacts

• Ministry of Economy of El Salvador: Economy Website
• Customs Directorate of El Salvador: Customs Website

Importing goods into El Salvador requires adhering to local standards and customs regulations.

1. Importer’s Registration

   • Register with the Salvadoran Ministry of Economy.

2. Classify Your Goods

   • Determine the correct tariff classification for your products.

3. Customs Clearance

   • Submit all documentation to the Customs Directorate and pay applicable duties.

Incorporating a company in El Salvador involves several legal steps managed by **CNR**:

1. Reserve a Company Name

   • Reserve a unique name with the National Registry Center (CNR).

2. Draft and Notarize Documents

   • Prepare articles of incorporation and have them notarized.

3. Obtain Tax ID (NIT)

   • Register with the Ministry of Finance for a tax ID and VAT if applicable.

Key Contacts

• National Registry Center (CNR): CNR Website

Setting up a manufacturing plant in El Salvador provides strategic access to Central American markets:

1. Choose a Suitable Location

   • Identify industrial zones with necessary infrastructure. Contact local government for sites.

2. Register the Business

   • Register your company with the CNR and obtain necessary licenses.

Registering a trademark in El Salvador ensures protection through the Intellectual Property Registry:

1. Trademark Search

   • Check availability in the Intellectual Property Registry database.

2. Filing and Publication

   • Submit application to CNR. If approved, it is published in the Official Gazette.

1. Economic Factors

• Currency: The official currency is the **U.S. Dollar (USD)**. This eliminates foreign exchange risk for international trade.

2. Legal Environment

• IP laws align with international standards and are strictly enforced by the **National Registry Center**.