Import Clearance Overview:
Import clearance refers to the official procedure of acquiring authorization from the customs authorities of a country to import goods from foreign countries. This process entails multiple stages and the submission of various documents to ensure adherence to import regulations and policies. Here is a concise summary:
1. Documentation: Importers must submit various documents, including a commercial invoice, bill of lading, and certificates of origin.
2. Customs Declaration: Importers declare the goods to customs authorities through a customs declaration form, providing details such as description, value, and quantity.
3. Tariff Classification and Valuation: Goods are classified and valued to determine applicable import duties and taxes.
4. Customs Duties and Taxes: Importers pay customs duties, taxes, and fees based on the value and classification of the goods.
5. Customs Inspection: Customs authorities may inspect goods to verify compliance with regulations.
6. Security Screening: Measures are taken to prevent the importation of prohibited or restricted goods.
7. Release of Goods: Once clearance is obtained and payments made, customs authorities release the goods for delivery.
We guarantee prompt clearance of your shipment thanks to our in-depth industry expertise. We are intimately linked to an international network of agents who can offer a comparable service in the majority of destination ports.
As long as the necessary paperwork is submitted and the cargo is pre-filed with customs, we promise that import cargo will be cleared from customs within two working days of the shipment's actual arrival.