| What do I need for clearance of my import shipment of personal effects ? |
I have a consolidated freight with full door service, what is included and not included with the service ? |
What is an "Arrival Notice" ? |
What is an Customs Broker ? |
What is an customs entry ? |
What is the meaning of "DAD" ? |
What is a Delivery order ? |
What is a Freight Release or Freight Receipt ? |
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Q: | What do I need for clearance of my import shipment of personal effects ? |
A: | You need to provide Green Trade Logistics Company with the following documents: Customs form 3299, Supplement Declaration for unaccompanied personal and household goods, Power of Attorney for customs clearance on personal effects shipments only, Itemized packing list, Original bill of lading consigned to Green Trade Logistics Inc., Copy of photo page of your passport. back to top |
Q: | I have a consolidated freight with full door service, what is included and not included with the service ? |
A: | Service includes: pick up of groupage container from pier, delivery to our bonded warehouse, two weeks storage (if applicable), customs clearance, delivery to residence with normal access, unwrapping and removal of debris. Service excludes: Demmurage, custom duties, steamship line terminal handling, customs hold fees (vacis exam, physical exam), over two weeks of storage. back to top |
Q: | What is an "Arrival Notice" ? |
A: | An "Arrival Notice" is sent by the carrier. It informs you (the notify party) of the estimated arrival date of the vessel, identifies the shipment with some details, such as number of packages, weight, etc., and indicates when free time expires. Often the Arrival Notice is also a freight bill. back to top |
Q: | What is a Customs Broker ? |
A: | A customs broker is a highly trained import professional licensed by the U.S. Department of Treasury. The customs broker must possess knowledge of tariff schedules and customs regulations and keep abreast of the constant amendments made to the law and administrative regulations. back to top |
Q: | What is a customs entry ? |
A: | It is a form that is required by United States Customs for entering goods into United States. The form contains information as to the origin of the cargo, a description of the merchandise and estimated duties applicable to the particular commodity. Estimated duties must be paid when the entry is filed. back to top |
Q: | What is the meaning of "DAD" ? |
A: | Delivery Authorized Document is a form prepared by the Customs Broker and authorized by U.S. Customs after presentation and approval of entry or entry summary, and lodged with the carrier as evidence of customs release. back to top |
Q: | What is a Delivery Order ? |
A: | It is issued by the consignee or Customs Broker to the ocean carrier as authority to release the cargo to the inland carrier. It includes all data necessary for the pier delivery clerk to determine that the cargo can be released to the domestic carrier. back to top |
Q: | What is a Freight Release or Freight Receipt ? |
A: | It is evidence that the freight charges for the cargo have been paid. If you will receive it in writing you may presented at the pier to obtain release of the cargo. Normally, once the freight is paid, releases are usually arranged without additional documentation. back to top |