Customs Clearance
What is customs clearance and why is it important?
Customs clearance is the process of completing the legal procedures for importing or exporting goods across international borders. Customs clearance is one of the most important steps in international trade, as goods cannot cross customs ports without proper completion of these procedures.
The Importance of Customs Clearance:
✔ Facilitating international trade
✔ Ensuring compliance with local and international laws and regulations
✔ Avoiding fines, confiscation, or delayed shipments
✔ Accurately calculating customs duties and taxes
Types of customs clearance
1. Import Customs Clearance Includes the completion of procedures for receiving goods imported from abroad. Requires the submission of documents such as: a commercial invoice, certificate of origin, and shipping manifest.
2. Export Customs Clearance Includes the procedures for exporting goods abroad. Requires documents such as: a commercial invoice and an export license (if applicable).
3. Transit Customs Clearance For goods that pass through a country without remaining there.
How to choose the best customs broker
When looking for a professional customs broker, you should choose the following:
1. Experience and Licensing Ensure that the broker has a legal license. Prefer companies with extensive experience in customs clearance.
2. Knowledge of Customs Laws Comprehensive knowledge of customs tariffs and local regulations. Keeping up on updates and changes in laws.
3. Speed of Completion The ability to complete procedures as quickly as possible. Avoid delays that could cost you financially.
4. Cost Transparency Providing clear details of all fees upfront No hidden costs
5. Geographic Coverage Ability to operate across various customs ports A network of relationships with customs authorities
What Thiqat Company for Individual and Corporate Services offers you in the customs clearance process:
Thiqat is one of the best customs clearance service providers in the region, offering:
✔ A team of experts in customs procedures
✔ Fast services that complete procedures within 24-48 hours
✔ Competitive prices with no hidden costs
✔ Comprehensive coverage of all customs ports
✔ 24/7 technical support
Why choose Thiqat for individual and Companies Services?
Over 15 years of experience in customs clearance
Strong relationships with customs authorities
An integrated system for step-by-step process tracking
Customized solutions for both individuals and companies