Customs & Compliance

What is Customs Clearance?

The process of getting goods approved to enter or leave a country.

Customs clearance is the procedure of presenting documents and declarations so customs authorities permit goods to enter (import) or leave (export) a country. It covers classification, valuation, duty and tax payment, and any required permits or inspections. Delays here are a leading cause of supply-chain disruption.

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