Starting August 1, companies will be required to submit the Value Manifest electronically through VUCEM, representing an important change in the way importers manage and support this obligation.
This new deadline was announced on June 3th 2026, by the National Customs Agency of Mexico (ANAM) and the Mexican Tax Administration Service (SAT).
What is the Value Manifest?
The Value Manifest is the document through which the importer declares, under oath, the elements that make up the customs value of imported goods.
This document is related to the obligations established for those who introduce goods into national territory, in accordance with Articles 36 and 59 of the Mexican Customs Law, which regulate the information and documentation that must support foreign trade operations.
Through the Value Manifest, information is provided on various elements of the commercial transaction, including:
- The price paid or payable for the goods
- Incrementable expenses that must be added to the customs value
- Elements that may influence the determination of value
- The valuation method used
The purpose of this information is to allow customs authorities to verify the correct determination of the customs value of the goods.
What does this change involve?
The Value Manifest must now be managed electronically, including the information and documentation necessary to support the declared value of the goods. This creates greater traceability of information and strengthens the connection between the supporting documentation and the data declared to the authorities.
For importing companies, this change highlights the need to have organized processes and tools that allow them to:
- Manage foreign trade transaction information
- Keep documentation related to the value of imported goods readily available
- Facilitate the electronic submission of the Value Manifest
- Track the information and documentation associated with each transaction
The importance of reparing in advance
The transition to the Electronic Value Manifest requires companies to review their current processes and prepare for the new electronic submission requirements.
Having organized information and systems that facilitate control over foreign trade operations will become increasingly important to reduce errors, streamline processes, and maintain proper traceability of information.
Preparing in advance will allow companies to adapt to this new obligation more efficiently and avoid disruptions to their foreign trade operations.
At Mexcentrix, we help companies manage their foreign trade operations efficiently and prepare for regulatory changes that impact their import and export processes.
Contact us at Mexcentrix to learn how we can support your company in adapting to this new requirement and strengthening your foreign trade compliance.