On 19 November 2025, Colombia reinforced its legal framework to combat smuggling and the facilitation of smuggling, emphasizing risks, prevention, and corporate accountability.
The measures target unauthorized import/export practices and concealment of goods, with penalties escalating for goods exceeding statutory thresholds. Companies face heightened criminal liability for executives and representatives, even if goods are later regularized, alongside intensified enforcement by DIAN and the Prosecutor’s Office.
The framework underscores obligations for traceability, documentation, and internal compliance controls, while promoting employee training and reporting mechanisms. These actions aim to safeguard tax collection, fair competition, and economic integrity, signalling a strategic push toward stricter customs compliance and corporate governance.