Custom Clearance Services
NTC Logistics
NTC Logistics has a dedicated team of customs professionals to assist you with clearing your shipments inside all Saudi Airports, Seaports, Dry port and borders, helping you comply with all relevant rules and regulations at both the place of origin and destination as well as everywhere in between.
Customs clearance is the mandatory process of obtaining official authorization for goods to pass through a country's borders for import or export. It involves submitting required documents, paying applicable duties and taxes, and ensuring compliance with all trade regulations. The process is essential for international trade, and a customs broker is often used to handle the complexities on behalf of the importer or exporter.
Types of Custom Clearance
Import and Exports Clearance
LCL/FCL Shipments
Break Bulk and RORO Shipments
Project Cargo
Key Steps in Customs Clearance
Documentation
You must submit accurate and complete paperwork, which can include commercial invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, and licenses.
Assessment
Customs authorities assess the submitted documents to determine the nature and value of the goods.
Duty and Tax Calculation
Applicable duties, value-added tax (VAT), and other taxes are calculated based on the goods' classification and valuation.
Payment
The calculated duties and taxes must be paid for the goods to be released.
Physical Inspection
In some cases, customs officers may physically inspect the goods to verify they match the declared information and meet safety and regulatory standards.
Why Is Customs Clearance Necessary?
Legal compliance
It ensures that goods entering or leaving a country comply with all its laws and regulations.
Trade flow
It helps manage international trade, ensuring that correct taxes are paid and regulations are followed.
