Customs clearance. The essence and features of the procedure

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What is customs clearance? It is not uncommon to hear such a definition when crossing the border. What is the specifics of this procedure and what exactly do you need to clear the cargo while at customs?

In connection with the movement of goods or transport abroad, there is a need to complete a set of formalities. It is this procedure that is unusual for the hearing of many customs clearance. This process includes payment of duties, paperwork (filling out a declaration, determining the value of goods) and some types of services. The latter activity is often entrusted to a customs broker. He is an intermediary who has the right to perform cargo clearance operations, as well as perform a number of other functions. Only a licensed entity is eligible to serve in this role.

Customs clearance is one of the most important conditions for crossing the border. This procedure must be completed every time when importing goods into the country or exporting it. Customs clearance includes visits to various authorities and the provision of a package of documents. It is necessary to collect the necessary certificates of conformity of the goods to a number ofthe requirements of the country into which it is imported. Also, customs clearance provides for the selection of codes for each type of product, the creation of a cargo passport, and the coordination of documents.

This process can be carried out both by the owner of the goods and by a specialized organization. The broker (at the request of the client) can declare and issue the cargo on a contractual basis.

Let's talk about how customs clearance of a car is carried out in the Russian Federation. Before you import a car into Russia, you will have to deposit a certain amount. This operation is carried out at the customs office through which you drive the car. The amount you have to pay depends on the type of car you are importing. In addition, the cost of registration will be deducted. You can deposit funds both at the border itself and before leaving the country for a car at the local customs. The latter option is preferable. Otherwise, you will have to clear the car twice - at the border and at your place of residence. Some citizens have the right to carry movable property across the border without paying a duty. These include those who live in the Russian Federation permanently and import cars made in Russia or any other country belonging to the CIS, as well as some refugees and internally displaced persons who have bought a domestic vehicle.

Customs clearance is a very troublesome and rather unpleasant business. This process takes a lot of money and time. However, an importer who does not have experience with this procedure can entrust it to a specialized organization. Tosave your time, energy and even money, you can sign an agreement with a broker - a company that has a license to carry out this kind of activity.

It is desirable that customs clearance be organized by a person permanently residing in the country where this procedure is to be completed.