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Import & Export Services

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Understanding Import & Export Services


At our firm, we provide expert guidance to help your business become a registered importer or exporter, a critical first step in international trade. Whether you’re navigating customs for the first time or handling complex shipping logistics, our end-to-end support ensures that your goods move seamlessly across borders with all the necessary documentation and compliance in place.

We can assist with getting your company registering as an Importer / Exporter – a necessary step if you wish to include shipping commercial goods as part of your business.


We will take you through the various steps and processes which are part of importing or exporting cargo, so everything is clear and planned and can proceed as swiftly as possible.


Knowing what documents are required at destination when exporting is key.

If importing for the first time, consultation prior to shipping is highly recommended to avoid delays and/or additional costs at destination – due to documentation not being in order for submission to Customs.

Each industry has its own challenges and specific logistic and documentation requirements – which needs to be kept in mind whenever venturing to import or export a product not handled previously.

We can also assist with the import clearance of personal & household effects.

Frequently Asked Questions


What are the basic shipping documents required from you to arrange the import customs clearance of your cargo?

a) Bill of Lading
b) Suppliers Invoice giving full particulars of the goods being shipped
c) Packing List
d) Import Permits / LOA’s / Certificates of Origin – depends on commodity; as required

Company information/documents required prior to
submitting a customs entry

a) Customs Code: commercial goods intended for re-sale can only be imported by a company registered with SARS as
an Importer; a copy of the SARS letter confirming registration is required
b) VAT Number: if importer is VAT registered and intends to submit a claim for VAT refund; a copy of the VAT
Registration Certificate is required.
c) Company Registration Certificate and confirmation of company physical address.

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