Mexico - Obtain Authorization as a General Shipping Agent, Ship Consignee Shipping Agent or Protective Shipping Agent

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Procedure

Apply In Person

1. To Obtain Authorization as a General Shipping Agent, Ship Consignee Shipping Agent, or Protective Shipping Agent, the applicant has to approach the Secretaría de Comunicaciones y Transportes. link
2. Demonstrate the necessary maritime experience and knowledge in shipping activities. The specific requirements may vary depending on the type of shipping agent authorization you are seeking.
3. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer.
4. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
5. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
6. The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
7. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
8. The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
9. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
10. Then the application will be processed further. All the updates on the application status will be sent via SMS to the applicant’s mobile number.
11. If the application is approved, the DGMM will issue the appropriate authorization as a General Shipping Agent, Ship Consignee Shipping Agent, or Protective Shipping Agent.
12. Maintain compliance with all relevant regulations and renew the authorization as required by the DGMM.
13. This entire process can be completed within 15 days or per the timeline the respective department authority advised.

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Required Documents

• Application form
• Identification documents (e.g., passport, national ID card).
• Proof of address (e.g., utility bills, lease agreement).
• Legal documents proving the company's legal existence and registration in Mexico.
• Proof of maritime experience and qualifications of the company or individual applying for the authorization.
• Identification documents of the legal representative.
• Any other documentation is required by the DGMM or SCT.

Office Locations & Contacts

Secretaría de Comunicaciones y Transportes.
Insurgentes Sur 1089 Col. Nochebuena 03720 Ciudad de México
Teléfono: 55-57-23-93-00, Correo de Atención Ciudadana: [email protected]
Atención Ciudadana: 800-888-1013
Email - [email protected]
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Eligibility

To obtain authorization as a General Shipping Agent, Ship Consignee Shipping Agent, or Protective Shipping Agent in Mexico, you must meet the following requirements:

• Be a Mexican citizen or a foreign national with a legal residence in Mexico.
• Have a valid Mexican tax identification number (RFC).
• Have a valid Commercial Registry (RFC).
• Have a valid professional license as a shipping agent.
• Have a minimum of 2 years of experience in the shipping industry.

Fees

• The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.

Validity

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e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

Documents to Use

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Processing Time

• This entire process can be completed within 15 days or per the timeline the respective department authority advised.

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Instructions

• Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

Required Information

• Name
• Surname
• Address
• ZIP code
• Date of Birth
• Gender
• Mobile number
• Fax
• Email
• Parents name
• Nationality
• Education details
• Mailing address
• Other details
• Declaration
• Date
• Signature

Need for the Document

• In Mexico, the Authorization as a General Shipping Agent, Ship Consignee Shipping Agent, or Protective Shipping Agent refers to the official approval granted by the Mexican Ministry of Communications and Transportation (Secretaría de Comunicaciones y Transportes, SCT) to individuals or companies to carry out specific activities related to shipping and maritime operations.

Information which might help

The different types of authorizations are as follows:

• General Shipping Agent: A general shipping agent is authorized to provide all types of shipping services, including the booking of cargo space, the preparation of shipping documents, and the customs clearance of goods.
• Ship Consignee Shipping Agent: A ship consignee shipping agent is authorized to act on behalf of the consignee of a shipment to receive the shipment and clear it through customs.
• Protective Shipping Agent: A protective shipping agent is authorized to protect the interests of the shipper or consignee of a shipment in the event of loss or damage to the shipment.

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

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