For domestic retail and eCommerce, San Salvador (and the surrounding Santa Tecla/Antiguo Cuscatlán areas) is superior for reaching the highest density of consumers. However, if your business is primarily export-focused or involves heavy bulk imports, the Port of Acajutla offers specialized bonded facilities that minimize drayage costs.

Most top 3PLs utilize the DUCA (Declaración Única Centroamericana), a digital document that streamlines customs across the region. This allows a 3PL based in El Salvador to function as a regional "Distribution Center" (DC), shipping duty-free to other CA-4 countries.

In 2026, standard 3PL storage rates typically range from $12 to $18 per pallet monthly. For brands requiring high-velocity fulfillment (Pick & Pack), fees generally fall between $2.50 and $4.50 per order, depending on SKU complexity and volume commitments.

Yes. Due to El Salvador's growing agro-export sector (coffee, sugar, and seafood), providers like Raninsa and ALG have invested in advanced refrigerated and frozen storage units that maintain strict temperature logs required for FDA and EU compliance.

The government's digital-first approach has accelerated the adoption of Electronic Customs Declarations and paperless billing. Many modern 3PLs now offer real-time inventory tracking via mobile apps, significantly reducing the administrative lag common in traditional Latin American logistics.