Identify the procedure and responsible parties
The customs plan starts with the goods, origin, destination and intended movement: import, export, transit, free-zone transfer or another procedure. Identify the importer or exporter and who is authorised to act for them.
RAH provides Dubai Customs brokerage. In other markets, we coordinate the agreed clearance work with the responsible trader and local operating parties. The scope should identify who prepares the declaration and who supplies approvals or missing information.
What your quotation can include
- Import and export clearance enquiries for commercial cargo
- Document review and coordination with the importer or exporter
- Port, airport and onward transport coordination where included
- Re-export or special-procedure enquiries assessed individually
Prepare before release is needed
Review the invoice, packing list and transport document together so cargo descriptions, quantities and references are consistent. Origin information, registrations and permits depend on the goods and destination.
Customs release, carrier release and final delivery are separate steps. The quotation should identify which are included and distinguish service charges from duties, taxes, inspections and storage.
Information for a useful quotation
- Commercial invoice and packing information
- Transport document or booking details when available
- Importer and exporter information, including relevant registration details
- Commodity description, origin, intended procedure and delivery requirements
GOOD TO KNOW
Your questions, answered.
Are duties and taxes included in the service fee?
Do not assume they are. Ask for the quotation to distinguish service charges from duties, taxes, inspections, storage and other third-party costs.
Can the process start before arrival?
Document preparation can begin before arrival. Share the expected arrival details and available documents so that missing information can be identified early.
