Trading Across Borders in Ecuador

These tables list the procedures necessary to import and exports a standardized cargo of goods in Ecuador. The documents required to export and import the goods are also shown.

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 Nature of Export ProceduresDuration (days)US$ Cost
Documents preparation10375
Customs clearance and technical control4170
Ports and terminal handling2250
Inland transportation and handling4550
Totals:201345
 Nature of Import ProceduresDuration (days)US$ Cost
Documents preparation19362
Customs clearance and technical control4170
Ports and terminal handling4250
Inland transportation and handling2550
Totals:291332
 Export documents Import documents
Bill of ladingBill of lading
Certificate of originCargo release order
Commercial invoiceCertificate of origin
Customs export declarationCommercial invoice
Equipment interchange receiptCustoms import declaration
Insurance certificatePacking list
Packing listTerminal handling receipts
Preferential certificate  
Technical standard/health certificate