Customs clearance is the process of declaring imported or exported goods to the customs authority, paying applicable duties and taxes, and obtaining the release of the cargo. It requires accurate documentation: commercial invoice, packing list, transport document and any licences or certificates the goods require.
Clearance delays are one of the most common causes of demurrage charges at destination ports. Most shippers delegate the process to customs brokers or freight forwarders licensed in the country concerned.
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