Clearance at all U.S. ports of entry
We clear freight at all ocean ports, airports and border ports, and track and coordinate every phase of the customs clearance process.
Customs clearance
Customs clearance at any U.S. port, airport or border crossing
Let us guide you through the U.S. Customs clearance process, every step of the way. We clear your products at any U.S. port, and we can even arrange pickup at origin and delivery to your business or residence.
Individuals & first-time importers
Your first entry, done right
Moving home, buying a vehicle overseas or bringing in your first product? We choose the best entry for your shipment and explain each step. See what we’ll cover with you.
Established importers
Faster, cheaper entries for frequent shippers
A continuous bond, Line Release approval and an import program built around your business make each clearance routine. Start with a continuous bond.
What we handle
Everything it takes to get your goods released
ISF 10+2 filing
Required for import cargo arriving by vessel. Not complying can lead to monetary penalties, more inspections and delayed cargo.
Continuous bond
Frequent shippers can import into the USA without purchasing a bond for every shipment. Discounted rates available.
Duty drawback
We help you get reimbursed for duty paid on goods entered into the USA and then re-exported to a foreign country.
Line Release entry
For clients who ship frequently, we obtain Line Release approval for low-risk commodities, high-volume entries and multiple container loads.
Import programs
We can custom-design an integrated import program that suits the needs of your business, for seamless importation of your goods.
Automobile & motorcycle clearance
EPA and DOT clearance, as well as U.S. Customs clearance, for compliant vehicles.
Other government agency clearances
APHIS, ATF, DOT, EPA, Fish & Wildlife, FCC, FDA, PPQ and USDA.
Expert guidance
Advice on customs regulations, tariff classification and duty rates, so there are no surprises.
Services list coming soon.
Glossary
Types of customs entries
Not sure which applies to you? Call us. Picking the right entry is our job.
- CF 3299Personal effects
- Declaration for free entry of unaccompanied articles, typically for a person emigrating or moving back to the USA.
- T&E / I.E.Transportation and export
- Goods shipped under U.S. Customs bond from a U.S. port of entry to a second U.S. Customs port, for export to a third country.
- VST&EVessel transportation and export
- A specialized U.S. Customs bond intended for a foreign vessel that will be leaving the USA immediately.
- BondedWarehouse entry
- For goods entering the USA under bond, stored temporarily in a warehouse without paying duties and/or taxes.
- Under $2,500Informal entry
- For shipments valued under $2,500 USD. Some commodities can’t use an informal entry, regardless of value.
- Over $2,500Consumption entry
- For shipments entering the USA with a value over $2,500 USD.
- TIBTemporary import bond
- Goods entering the USA temporarily, intended for re-export to the country of origin. Some restrictions apply.
- CF 4455Certificate of registration
- A U.S. Customs document we prepare for items exported from the USA that are intended to return to the USA.
- ITImmediate transit
- Goods shipped under U.S. bond directly from the initial port of entry to a second U.S. Customs port. The carrier must hold a bond with U.S. Customs.
- CF 3311U.S. goods returned
- For products wholly manufactured in the United States that come back for repair or alteration, or are returned after use.
Let’s get your goods cleared.
Tell us what’s arriving, where and when. We’ll guide you every step of the way.