El despacho de aduana
Example: El despacho de aduana retrasó la entrega de los productos importados.
Definition
"El despacho de aduana" refers to the customs clearance process involving the inspection, documentation, and authorization required to allow imported or exported goods to enter or leave a country legally. It ensures compliance with regulations and payment of duties or taxes.
Etymology
The phrase "el despacho de aduana" comes from Spanish, where "despacho" means 'dispatch' or 'office,' and "aduana" means 'customs.' Together, they describe the official procedure or office handling goods at a country's border. Did you know? The word "aduana" derives from the Arabic word 'diwan,' meaning a governmental bureau.
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"El despacho de aduana" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Management - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 108 commonly used words.
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