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    Customs clearance – seamless trading across borders

    As a global leader in customs clearance, we handle all your customs requirements to support business growth and strengthen international trade compliance. Our customs brokers deliver exceptional service while continuously working to optimize your customs processes.

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    Your experienced customs broker for comprehensive service

    We support your international trade strategy while ensuring compliance with national and international regulations.

    Rhenus provides an extensive portfolio of customs brokerage services, including export and import procedures, transit and bonded warehousing, customs consulting, automated software solutions, tax consultancy and fiscal representation. As global transport chains frequently operate across multiple customs territories, our customs expertise and deep knowledge of both national and international trade regulations ensure the seamless and efficient flow of your goods.

    Our services

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    Export

    As an authorized customs broker, we manage all required export declarations, support documentation and submit them on your behalf to the proper government authorities, including customs and tax agencies, when your goods are exported.

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    Import

    For imported goods, we handle the required import declaration and all supporting documentation on your behalf. To simplify the border crossing process, we can also assist with the payment of customs duties, excises and taxes.

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    Transit

    Transit refers to a customs process under which uncleared goods can be transported across borders and countries under customs control. As an authorized operator, we prepare and submit the required transit declarations and provide financial services to cover the necessary guarantee for securing potential customs debts.

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    Special customs procedures

    Special customs procedures enable the temporary use, processing or repair of goods with partial or full duty relief or duty suspension. Our customs broker attends to the necessary customs declarations for inward and outward processing, warehousing and temporary admission.

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    Interim storage and customs warehousing

    Under customs warehousing, uncleared goods may be kept in designated locations within the customs territory without being subject to import duties or other charges related to goods importation or trade policy measures.

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    Related services, consulting and digital solutions

    Specific tax requirements may also apply when trading internationally. Together with our tax experts, we offer fiscal representation in multiple countries to support efficient border crossings. Additionally, we provide an extensive range of tax consulting services, including tax registration, tax declarations, Intrastat and sales listings related to tax drawbacks.

    Digitized processing and comprehensive consulting

    Together with our specialists, we support you with implementing required customs procedures, determining preferential origin and applying for customs authorizations. Our customs broker helps you navigate trade-related challenges, including customs valuation, rules of origin and classification, free trade agreements and IOSS (import one-stop shop). To support efficient international trade, our customs broker guidesyou through the correct customs application process, including binding tariff information, binding origin information and customs authorizations. We also provide support with trade due diligence, government screening and authorization management to ensure compliance in international trade.

    To maintain compliance and transparency, our software solutions provide seamless connectivity. The all-in-one customs management system automates customs and risk management processes. With your documents and data, we coordinate customs clearance at both the origin and destination.

    Depending on your ERP system and workflow, we provide a range of integration options and reporting tools. When trading internationally, it is important that all parties are screened against applicable sanctions. To ensure full compliance, our customs engineers can integrate our denied party screening tool with your ERP system.

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    Benefits

    Our comprehensive customs brokerage services ensure the secure and compliant handling of your customs formalities in line with current legislation.

    With support from our experts, your customs brokerage services are managed quickly and efficiently.

    Through regular training, our customs experts remain consistently up to date. This ensures that your customs formalities are always processed in accordance with the law.

    Why choose Rhenus

    • Customs brokerage service: The customs experts at Rhenus guide you through all compliance matters and proper adherence to anti-terrorism regulations and trade restrictions.
    • Storage in our bonded warehouses: Based on your requirements, your goods are stored under duty suspension in secure, theft-proof and weather-protected bonded warehouses until they are transported to their final destination. As an authorized consignor, we can process customs clearance for goods at authorized locations without being on-site and include third parties within the scope of this authorization.
    • Worldwide customs network: Through our certified customs operations and procedures, we provide quick and compliant solutions in a streamlined manner.
    • Innovation and digitalization: Our digital solutions support a fast and transparent flow of goods.
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    Are you looking for expert support to handle your customs brokerage challenges?

    Our experts support you whether you are looking to enter new markets or enhance existing processes.

    Frequently asked questions

    The time required for the customs clearance process depends on the destination country, the type of goods being exported and other relevant factors. However, the process can be accelerated by submitting complete and accurate shipment documentation. Our customs experts are available to provide a detailed assessment based on your specific requirements.

    Our experts support all essential import, export and transit processes while also managing complex customs procedures such as inward and outward processing relief, the simplified customs declaration procedure (formerly CFSP) and entry into other specialized regimes.

    We provide end-to-end customs clearance services in multiple countries. Through our proprietary software, the same data is used for export and transit activities to simplify import clearance at the destination while ensuring efficiency and consistency throughout the process.

    Yes, we support your customs warehousing and interim storage needs with both short-termstorage and long-term solutions within customs-controlled facilities.