CUSTOMS CLEARANCE

Don’t worry about the details. We’ll take care of it all.

The paperwork. The border clearance. The duties and taxes.

We can clear them up for your shipment.

Your Trusted Customs Clearance Team

OUR TEAM

Licensed Customs Brokers

As a licensed Customs Broker approved by the Canada Border Services Agency, our company ensures compliance and legality. It’s crucial for businesses to use authorized Customs Brokers in Canada due to the complexity of customs regulations. We possess the necessary expertise to navigate intricate customs procedures, ensuring smooth import and export operations. Our knowledge helps avoid delays, penalties, and compliance issues, ultimately saving time and resources. Choosing a licensed Customs Broker like us is essential for maintaining regulatory compliance and facilitating seamless international trade.

Certified Customs Specialists

Our team is certified by the Canadian Society of Customs Brokers (CSCB) as Certified Customs Specialists (CCS). What does that mean? It means they’re pros at making international trade easy and keeping everything legal at the border!

With their CCS certification, our team knows all the ins and outs of Canadian customs rules. They’re experts at getting your goods across the border smoothly and making sure everything is done by the book.

Have Questions?

Frequently Asked
Questions

Why do I need a customs broker?

A customs broker is invaluable for streamlining the process of transporting goods across borders. While not strictly required by law, navigating customs procedures can be complex, especially for certain products. Engaging a customs broker can expedite border crossings, ensuring smoother and quicker clearance for your shipments, minimizing hassle and delays.

What is customs clearance?

“Customs clearance” or “clearing customs” is a common term in our industry. Essentially, it refers to the process where goods being imported or exported comply with a country’s regulations for entering or leaving its borders. These regulations differ depending on the country and the specific item being shipped.

We specialize in expediting customs clearance, minimizing paperwork, and reducing complications, ensuring a swift and hassle-free process for you.

What is a customs broker and how can they help me?

A customs broker is a licensed professional or company that collaborates with border authorities in foreign countries to ensure that imported or exported goods comply with all necessary requirements. A reputable customs broker assists with paperwork and administrative tasks, and serves as a point of contact to address any inquiries on your behalf.

What is a tariff code?

A tariff code, also known as a Harmonized System (HS) Tariff Code, comprises a comprehensive list of classification codes for goods involved in import or export activities. With over 17,000 distinct classification codes, each country maintains its own tariff schedule.

What is an HS code? / How do I look up an HS code?

The Harmonized System (HS) is a globally recognized classification system used for categorizing products. It enables participating countries to classify traded goods uniformly for customs purposes. At the international level, the HS consists of a six-digit code system.

To find an HS code for shipments entering Canada, you can refer to the Canada Border Services Agency’s Customs Tariff webpage.

What is HST (Harmonized Sales Tax)?

Essentially, HST is the 5% GST combined with PST to form one harmonized tax. This is collected in the provinces of Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Newfoundland and Labrador and the rates vary by province.

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