Imports And Custom Clearance Services
Customs Departments are the government designated authority to implement the policies related to import and export, collect customs duties and facilitate movement of people, goods, and cargo into and out of the country. Area of Operations and Authority Customs departments have offices at all seaports, airports and border gateways that are essentially the exit and entry points for people and cargo movements into and out of the country. Customs agencies are empowered to make arrests, confiscate goods and enjoy powers similar to that of police departments. Customs and Trade Logistics Every country annually publishes its policy for Foreign Trade, which stipulates the conditions under which goods and services are eligible to be exported or imported. Customs departments implement the provisions of the policy under customs rules, regulations and tariffs. Imports in many countries may be allowed freely, or some categories may be permitted with due licenses. Many items are also published as ban...