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How To Hire A Licensed Customs Broker

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  You should look for a licensed customs broker to hire if you need help handling customs clearance. The broker you choose should be able to implement the right methods for clearing the cargo in the least possible time. Moreover, they should offer you guidance and advice on relevant matters. As you look for someone with a customs broker license , there are certain things you should pay attention to. One of them is whether the prospective candidates have customs broker license.  You need to work with an approved customs broker, who is compliant with the latest technologies if you don’t want to be disappointed. Customs regulations around the world are subject to amendments and modifications, and time is very crucial in the export and import world. Any delay would lead to an unwanted loss, so you need to make sure that the broker you are interested in is well versed in the latest rules to avoid any procedural lapses and delays. Another factor you should consider when looking for...

Tips For Choosing The Right International Forwarding Company

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  You may be looking for the right international forwarding agency to hire if you need help handling your international shipments. To start with, the size of your company should not determine the size of your freight forwarder. The size of your freight forwarder is defined as a combination of volume shipped, revenues and number of employees. Most large companies use small freight forwarding companies and many small companies use large freight forwarders. Therefore, many other questions need to be answered and other criteria analyzed to determine which freight forwarder is right for you and your company. Before you go ahead to hire an international freight forwarding company , it is very important to determine if they the experience you need. There are many modes of transport, commodities (such as machinery, garments, food, cars, chemicals, perishables, hazardous, and so on), regulations (OFAC, BIS, ITAR) and origin/destinations. Not every freight forwarder you come across can be a...