Before Shipping to Mexico Decision Tree

Importer named? If no, stop and clarify.

RFC / Padron confirmed? Verify before pickup.

HS code reviewed? Align invoice and product.

NOM checked? Ask broker early.

IMMEX route confirmed? Name program holder.

Broker assigned? Avoid conflicting instructions.

What this visual is showing

Use this decision tree before a truck or container is released. A missing importer, RFC, broker or route answer should be treated as a point to verify before relying on the shipment file.

Educational scenario

Fictional example: a U.S. supplier has the goods ready but cannot yet name who the importer of record in Mexico will be. Every downstream answer (RFC, Padron, broker instructions) depends on that one name. Booking the truck first only moves the unanswered question to the border.

Checklist

Name the Mexican importer of record before anything else; if unknown, stop here.
Confirm RFC and, where it applies, Padron registration before pickup.
Review the HS code against the actual product and the commercial invoice.
Give one broker clear, non-conflicting instructions and confirm the IMMEX route holder.

Next step

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Educational use only

This page is an educational screening aid only. It is not legal, tax, customs, accounting, brokerage, or government guidance. Do not rely on any result as legal or tax advice. Confirm findings with your Mexican importer, customs broker, tax advisor, or qualified IMMEX specialist.