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Customs clearance

The process of presenting shipment information and meeting import or export requirements so goods can move across a border. Learn what it means for your shipping bill.

What it means

The process of presenting shipment information and meeting import or export requirements so goods can move across a border.

How to use it

Accurate descriptions, values, origin information, and classifications support clearance. The requirements depend on the goods and destination.

Official references

An educational reference prepared by Kadima Logistics. Examples explain the concept. Consult the applicable service guide and agreement for your shipment.

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