Customs clearance services are one of the important steps in the process of importing goods to Iran and may seem complicated, but by familiarizing yourself with the required documents and its legal steps, you can easily go through it. In this text, we will review the required documents, the various clearance steps, customs laws and regulations, and key points to facilitate this process so that importers can easily clear their goods from customs and send them to their final destination. In addition, by using the customs clearance services at Saina Express, you can have no worries about clearing your goods and receive your goods on time.
Documents Required in Customs Clearance Services
For customs clearance, you need to provide specific documents and documentation to be reviewed and approved by customs. The documents required for clearance and transit of goods across the border into the country may vary depending on the type and characteristics of the goods, but the essential documents that need to be submitted include the following:
- Bill of lading
- Warehouse receipt
- Certificate of origin
- Packing list
- Trader’s invoice
- Proforma invoice
- Import permit
- Customs declaration
- Document of foreign exchange supply from a reputable bank
- Customs label and payment receipt
- Image of business card and national card
- Health and hygiene certificate for sensitive goods such as food or pharmaceuticals
What are the steps of customs clearance services?
Customs clearance services have different steps, and we will get to know these steps for goods clearance below:
Registering an order and obtaining an import permit
The first step for goods clearance is to register an order for the import of goods through the Comprehensive Trade System, or registering an order in the NTSW system. After registering the order, you must obtain the necessary permits for importing goods from the relevant authorities, such as the Ministry of Industry, Mines and Trade. This step is necessary to ensure the legality of the goods’ entry.
Receiving a bill of lading
After the bill of lading is issued by the shipping company, you must receive it from the relevant company and prepare its information for the next steps of clearance. This document is necessary to identify the goods at customs.
Submitting documents and customs declaration
At this stage, you must submit the required documents to customs, including a commercial invoice, bill of lading, certificate of origin, proforma invoice, and other documents. You must also complete a customs declaration including detailed information about the goods, their value, and type and submit it to customs. Preparing and submitting documents on time prevents delays and potential problems in the clearance process.
Paying Customs Duties and Taxes
After the goods are assessed and approved, you must pay the customs duties and taxes related to the goods. The amount of these fees is calculated based on the type and value of the goods. After payment, a payment receipt is issued that you must submit to customs.
Receiving Approval and Clearing Goods
After receiving the documents, customs thoroughly examine the goods for compliance with the information and documents provided and conducts the necessary health, safety or technical tests, especially for special goods such as food and pharmaceuticals. After assessing the quality and thoroughly examining the goods, the customs label and other documents related to the clearance of the goods are issued by customs.
Clearance of goods from customs
Finally, after receiving the customs label and paying the fees including warehousing costs, unloading and loading costs, insurance of the goods, etc., the goods are ready to be delivered to the owner of the goods or its importer. These goods can be transferred from customs by the importer or his representative and sent to the final destination.
After going through these steps, the goods are legally and without problems cleared from customs. It is better to archive the import documents after clearance of the goods because they are necessary for any future legal investigations or proceedings.
Key Terms and Points in Customs Clearance Services
There are key terms and points in customs clearance that you should pay attention to when choosing and using these services. Below, we will examine the key terms and points in this regard:
Knowledge of Customs Laws and Regulations
A thorough knowledge of customs laws and regulations is of great importance in the clearance process and can prevent many legal problems or delays in the clearance process. Customs laws and regulations, as well as laws related to imports and exports of goods, are different for each country and have their own tariffs, taxes, and licenses. In Iran, there are also specific rules and regulations for clearance that must be carefully observed.
Choosing a Professional and Experienced Clearance Agent
One of the key points in the success of the clearance process is choosing a skilled and experienced clearance agent. A professional clearance agent with a mastery of customs laws and experience in interacting with customs can make the clearance process faster and more trouble-free. Companies with a long history of activity in this field, such as Saina Express, will help you prepare all the necessary documents and permits and go through the customs procedures without any delays or problems.
Required Documents
One of the important conditions in the clearance of goods is the completion and submission of the necessary permits and documents required by customs, which show that your commercial transactions are being carried out legally and have the approval of the relevant regulatory organizations. These documents include commercial cards, purchase invoices, bills of lading, certificates of origin, customs declarations, packing lists and other documents related to the shipment. Any defects or errors in these documents can lead to delays or even rejection of the goods clearance application. For this reason, accuracy in preparing and submitting the correct documents is of particular importance.
Valuation and determination of the value of goods
The valuation and determination of the value of goods is carried out by customs in order to calculate duties and taxes. Customs usually calculates the value of the goods based on the purchase invoice, transportation costs and other ancillary costs. At this stage, accuracy in providing accurate and transparent information is very important to prevent any discrepancies in valuation.
Choosing the right transportation method
The transportation method is also one of the factors affecting the goods clearance process. Choosing different transportation methods, such as air, sea or land, can affect the time and cost of clearing your goods. You should also pay attention to points such as transportation timing, costs, and insurance conditions.
Customs clearance services at Saina Express
As a representative of Saman Express, Saina Express has been able to provide comprehensive and specialized services to its customers in the field of import and export, utilizing an experienced team and an extensive network of representatives at the international level.
Customs clearance services at Saina Express include complete consultation on the goods clearance process, obtaining permits and providing the required documents, customs clearance laws, moving and transporting goods through customs, etc. In addition, you can completely entrust the clearance of your goods from customs to Saina Express and receive your goods at the specified time without any worries about the accurate and correct completion of each step.
Conclusion
Customs clearance services have various rules and steps that have been discussed in this article. You can easily complete the cargo clearance process by being aware of the rules and providing the required documents and permits, but using the services of a specialized and professional company can help facilitate and expedite the clearance of shipments.
As a representative of Saman Express, with extensive experience in customs affairs and cargo clearance services, Saina Express is ready to help you complete this process as quickly and without worries as possible. Our professional team, with a complete understanding of customs regulations and processes, can provide you with the best solutions and processes for cargo clearance.