The import and export of large quantities of goods characterise everyday life around the world. But whether you are a business customer with a lot or a little experience, customs clearance always requires a continuous and time-consuming examination of the matter. This is exactly where our full service as a customs forwarder comes in: for over 30 years, our core competence has been in the efficient and simple customs clearance for our business customers.
An important added value: our AEO certification enables a legally compliant simplified customs process. In addition, the ATLAS system ensures a digital clearance process with a high level of data security at all German customs offices. Import from Vietnam? Export to Brazil? Bill of lading? Incoterms? Our customs forwarding agents will personally accompany you from the first meeting to the import and export of your goods. And they will do so with pleasure.
If you require transport services in addition to customs clearance, our specialists in overland transport, sea freight and air freight will be happy to help.
Competent support with a personal point of contact, continuous transparency regarding customs status, handling of communication with authorities, and creation of tax-relevant and legally compliant documentation – that is our understanding of full service as a customs forwarder.
Whether you are importing to Germany or exporting to the rest of the world, we are by your side. With our AEO certification, we ensure legal compliance as a customs forwarder and protect your data through the ATLAS system. As a special value-added service, we offer you a deferment account. This allows us to pre-finance the import taxes for you.
Simply save time. With our special transit and shipping procedure, you avoid waiting times at the border, because customs clearance is also possible with us at your desired location or at the nearest inland customs office. With the ATLAS customs system, we can issue shipping documents at all German customs offices.
If you would like to store goods from third countries that have not yet been cleared through customs for a longer period of time, please contact us. As a customs forwarding agent, we have our own authorised customs warehouses, which means that import duties are only levied when the goods are removed.
Are you concerned about how to maintain your supply chains to Germany despite ‘Brexit’?
We have the right logistics solution for you and offer you storage and distribution concepts in the heart of Europe.
To avoid delays, you need a strong partner at your side for secure customs clearance. You can rely on the ZUFALL logistics group team for this. We are not only the right contact for all customs issues, but are also happy to assist you with transportation issues. In this case, our forwarding agency is supported by the company’s own experts in sea, air freight and land transport.
Our experts will be happy to take care of your request. Would you like to request a price?
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Frequently asked questions about customs clearance
Customs clearance involves the declaration, inspection and taxation of goods that cross international borders. It ensures that all legal and regulatory requirements are met.
As a customs broker, we take care of the entire customs clearance process so that you can concentrate on your business. This includes not only all administrative tasks but also contact and communication with the relevant authorities.
Goods are declared at the border with the necessary documents and checked and inspected by the customs authorities. After the customs duties and taxes have been calculated and paid, the goods are released and transported onwards. The customs clearance company ensures that everything runs smoothly at every step.
The costs of customs clearance by a freight forwarder vary and depend, among other things, on the number of goods, but also on the countries involved and the services used.
The tasks of a customs forwarding agent include the professional handling of customs formalities for companies. This includes the submission of the necessary documents, legal advice, customs representation, document management and ensuring compliance with the regulations – customs clearance from A to Z.
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