From international shipping and warehousing to customs brokerage and e-commerce fulfillment, their expertise and global network can help you optimize your logistics operations and achieve your growth objectives. Open a DHL Express Business Account What does logistics mean? Logistics is the behind-the...
What is an HS code? Harmonized System (HS) codes are a unique identifier to classify the exact type of goods you are shipping. HS codes were created by the World Customs Organization, and are internationally recognized in almost every country. As customs and government bodies now have a com...
Using the correct HS code and the right interpretation is of utmost importance, as usage of incorrect code may be considered by customs as non-compliance, misleading or misdeclaration – each of which comes with its associated penalties. Using the correct HS code can be quite tricky in ...
Commercial invoices are customs documents used when a person or business is exporting goods internationally. The information included in commercial invoices is used to calculate tariffs. There is no standard format for commercial invoices, but some specific pieces of information are required: ...
For most general goods, no specific licence is required. To legally import goods from China, you’ll need to: Apply for an Economic Operators Registration and Identification (EORI) number Determine the commodity code for your products Calculate the customs value, duties and VAT applicable to...
3. What is the difference between DAP and DDP? Under DDP, buyers are only responsible for unloading deliveries. Sellers handle everything else, including labeling, freight, packing, customs clearance, taxes, and duties. On the other hand, buyers are responsible for everything from unloading to ...
The taxman said goods from the port of Mombasa have to be entered under the Single Customs Territory Framework (SCT) in Zanzibar before they are allowed into the islands. “The shipments are to be cleared under SCT arrangement on duty paid basis and verified by TRA (Tanzania Revenue Authority...
The U.S. State Department issued a Level 2 Travel Advisory for citizens traveling to China starting in 2019 and continuing into 2020. The message was simple:exercise increased caution as you plan your trip to China. But what exactly does a travel advisory mean, and how could it affect your...
A pro forma invoice requires only enough information to allow customs to determine from a general examination the duties needed on a shipment of goods. Understanding Pro Forma Invoices A pro formainvoiceis different from a simple price quotation in that it lays out the terms of a transaction. ...
Delivered at FrontierDAFRequires a seller to deliver goods to a border location. The seller is usually responsible for all costs of transporting the goods to the drop-off point for the buyer. The party picking up the goods will usually beimportingthem and traveling across customs.All modes ...