If you are considering becoming an importer, the first thing you should do is familiarize yourself with all of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP ) policies and procedures before actually importing your goods. Will you need a license to import? CBP does not require an importer to have a license or permit, but other agencies may require a permit, license, or other … [Read more...]
BIS & Civil Settlement for Unlawful Exporting of Technology to Syria
Bureau of Industry and Security Announces $2.8 Million Civil Settlement with Computerlinks FZCO for Charges Related to Unlawful Exporting of Technology to Syria Computerlinks FZCO of Dubai, United Arab Emirates was charged with three violations of the EAR - Export Administration Regulations regarding devices that monitor & control Internet to Syria. The company has … [Read more...]
The United States and Nigeria Sign Customs Mutual Assistance Agreement
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and Nigeria signed a Customs Mutual Assistance Agreement (CMAA), which is an important achievement in cooperation between the two countries. The bilateral agreement is a valuable tool for CBP and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in cooperation with the Nigeria Customs Service to prevent, repress, and, investigate … [Read more...]
Exporting & Restricted Party Screening
Did you know that no matter who you are, where you are located, and what you are exporting, the United States government prohibits you from exporting or re-exporting to certain people, companies, organizations, countries and for certain end-uses? In the United States, exporters must make sure they aren’t shipping to anyone on several government lists of restricted parties or … [Read more...]
Determining your Port of Export Code
The Port of Export code is a four-digit code that identifies specific ports where your shipment is leaving the country per the CBP list. This is a required field in the Automated Export System (AES). If you use the wrong code, it can be considered a Fatal Error that can involve penalties & fines. Entering it correctly can reduce shipment delays by the CBP U.S. Customs and … [Read more...]