All goods shipped internationally must pass through customs before they are allowed to enter or exit a country. This includes anything sent by sea, air, or land.
Once cleared, the shipper is provided with a document that confirms that all customs duties have been paid and that the shipment of goods may proceed.
A freight forwarder will usually handle the customs clearance process, but you may also choose to hire a customs broker.

The customs agent represents the importer or exporter and deals with the customs authority. He/she and is responsible for communicating customs information or notifications from the customs office to his client. The customs agent is also responsible for paying taxes and duties on behalf of the importer/exporter.

Documents needed for customs clearance
Customs clearance is a fairly easy process that requires the following documentation:

• Commercial invoice: This certifies the trading operation between the parties. Fiscal data of both parties, description of the cargo, the Incoterm under which the transaction is taking place, and the value of the cargo must be listed on the commercial invoice.
• Packing list: The packing list is issued by the seller and accompanies the commercial invoice. It should detail the merchandise (number and type of packages, weights, volume, etc.)
• Bill of Lading: The Bill of Lading, or B/L, is issued by the transport company. It certifies that the goods have been loaded on board the means of transport. The customs agent must have original copies of this document.

You may be required to produce additional documentation depending on the type of merchandise and/or destination country.
Once the cargo is inside the CFS, the success of each job is in minimizing the turnaround time before the container is physically delivered inside the port premises.
Our officials arrange for the customs- related activities thereby saving you the trouble of going through the entire process yourself.

We provide the following services :
Guidance for Duty Benefits as per notifications.
Customs documentation.
Carting/ receiving goods.
Examination of shipments.
Customs Duty Payments
Handling of stuffing and de-stuffing of goods at ports.