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Import & Export Services

Guidance for compliant importing and exporting, duty assessment, and documentation requirements.

Customs Clearance

Documentation Checklist

  • Commercial invoice, packing list, and bill of lading/air waybill.
  • Certificates of origin or preference documents when applicable.
  • Import/export licenses, permits, and partner government agency filings.
  • Valuation support and tariff classification details.

Timeline Expectations

Pre-arrival manifests, advance security filings, and post-summary corrections keep cargo moving. Most compliant shipments release within hours of arrival.

Cargo belt

Compliance Tips

Use the Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) for e-manifesting, track cargo status through the Cargo Systems Messaging Service, and stay current on trade remedies.

Align with partner government agency requirements early to avoid holds. Maintain accurate importer security filings and retain records for audit readiness.

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