Argentina
Air freight, sea freight and customs in Córdoba
Córdoba is Argentina's automotive and agricultural-machinery centre; long-haul cargo usually connects via Ezeiza.
Services in Córdoba
- Air freight in CórdobaAir freight for time-critical and high-value cargo between Europe, the Americas and Asia.
- Sea freight in CórdobaFCL and LCL sea freight on the main trade lanes, with pre-carriage and on-carriage by road or rail.
- Customs clearance in CórdobaImport and export clearance by our in-house customs teams in 8 countries and by partner teams in the Ziem network.
Airports, seaports and connections in Córdoba
- AirportCórdoba International
COR - AirportEzeiza
EZEroad feeder - SeaportRosario and Buenos Aires
Ingeniero Aeronáutico Ambrosio Taravella International Airport (COR), known as Pajas Blancas, north of Córdoba city, serves the region with domestic and some international flights. Most long-haul air cargo for Córdoba is routed via Ministro Pistarini International Airport (EZE) in Buenos Aires and trucked to the city. Córdoba is an inland province, so sea freight runs through the up-river ports around Rosario and through the Port of Buenos Aires, both connected to Córdoba by road and rail.
The Rosario–Córdoba motorway links the city with Rosario, where it connects to the motorway to Buenos Aires. National Route 19 runs east to Santa Fe, Route 20 west towards Cuyo, and Route 36 south to Río Cuarto. Freight railway lines connect Córdoba with Rosario and the ports. We arrange pick-up and delivery across Córdoba city and its industrial belt, including Ferreyra and Santa Isabel.
Industries in Córdoba and how we support them
Córdoba is Argentina's second automotive centre: Stellantis produces Fiat vehicles in Ferreyra, Renault builds cars at Santa Isabel, and Volkswagen makes transmissions in the city. The province is also a core location for agricultural machinery, with manufacturers of seeders, sprayers and harvesting equipment, and for food processing. Ziem Logistics supports these supply chains with air freight on our own air waybills via EZE, Next Flight Out for line-down parts, On-Board Courier for critical components and sea freight via Rosario or Buenos Aires. Customs clearance is handled by a partner team in the Ziem network, under the Ziem Logistics brand and to our procedures.
Operational logistics facts for Córdoba
| Hub | Specialisation | Local advantage |
|---|---|---|
| Ministro Pistarini International Airport (EZE) | Long-haul air cargo for Córdoba | Main international gateway with road feeder to Córdoba |
| Ferreyra and Santa Isabel automotive plants | Vehicles, transmissions, components | Inbound parts and tooling cleared in one shipment file |
| Córdoba agricultural machinery cluster | Seeders, sprayers, harvesting equipment | Spare parts and components by air or sea |
Customs clearance in Argentina
Ziem network
Customs clearance in Argentina is handled by a partner team in the Ziem network, under the Ziem Logistics brand and to our procedures.
For air freight to and from Argentina we issue our own air waybills.
Importers in Argentina need a CUIT tax ID and registration as an importer with customs.
Frequently asked questions
Do you fly cargo into COR or route via Ezeiza?
Most international air freight for Córdoba arrives at EZE and continues by road, because long-haul capacity is concentrated there. COR can be used for suitable connections. We choose per shipment and confirm cut-off and arrival details with every booking.
Can you get urgent parts to a car plant in Córdoba?
Yes. We book Next Flight Out to EZE with customs data prepared in advance and arrange direct road delivery, or send an On-Board Courier who hand-carries the part to the plant.
Do you export agricultural machinery parts from Córdoba on your own air waybills?
Yes. Ziem Logistics has direct airline access and issues its own air waybills for exports from Argentina. We collect in Córdoba, truck to EZE and prepare the export documents in the same file.
Who clears imports for Córdoba companies?
Clearance with the General Directorate of Customs (DGA) within ARCA is handled by a partner team in the Ziem network, under the Ziem Logistics brand and to our procedures. We prepare the shipment data, the declaration is filed in the SIM system on that basis, and you deal only with Ziem Logistics.
Are goods for Córdoba cleared in Buenos Aires or in Córdoba?
Air freight is usually cleared at EZE and trucked to Córdoba, while some shipments can move under customs control to an inland customs office. We plan the clearance point with you when the shipment is booked.
Can imports from Brazil to Córdoba benefit from Mercosur preferences?
Yes, goods that meet Mercosur rules of origin and travel with a valid certificate of origin can benefit from preferential duty rates. We check the documents and the tariff classification before the goods ship.