Overview
- ARCA published Resolución General 5886/2026 and the complementary 5884/2026 on Monday, putting a simplified Postal Export Declaration (DESP) and updated small‑shipment import rules into force while saying operational use will follow a phased rollout.
- To use the DESP exporters must enable an ARCA exporter profile, issue an export invoice labeled 'E' and submit shipment data that includes UPU/OMA fields before handing goods to the designated postal operator.
- The new rules remove previous monetary limits on commercial postal exports so any person or company can export by mail, but exporters who opt into the simplified flow give up certain export incentives.
- The regime excludes goods under special customs controls, export quotas or those requiring other agencies' authorizations, and customs may still order selective physical inspections based on risk analysis.
- Practical success depends on ARCA publishing a clear implementation timetable and on fast technical integration between ARCA, Correo Argentino and e‑commerce platforms, which will determine whether small businesses actually gain cheaper and faster access to foreign customers.