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Customs clearance – smooth, compliant cross‑border trade

As a leading global customs brokerage provider, we manage your end‑to‑end customs needs to support business growth and ensure full compliance with international trade regulations. Our dedicated customs specialists deliver high‑quality service with a constant focus on streamlining and improving your customs operations.

Experienced customs clearance with end‑to‑end support

We help shape your international trade strategy while ensuring full compliance with national and global regulations. Rhenus provides comprehensive customs brokerage services covering import and export processing, transit solutions, bonded warehousing, customs advisory services, automated software solutions, as well as tax consulting and fiscal representation. As global supply chains often span multiple regions, our in‑depth expertise in customs clearance and thorough knowledge of global trade regulations ensure your shipments move smoothly and without delay.

Our services

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Export

As an authorized customs broker, we take care of submitting all required export declarations and accompanying documentation to the relevant authorities, including customs and tax offices, on your behalf.

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Import

For imports, we handle the submission of the mandatory import declarations and all supporting documents to customs authorities. To ensure a smooth border process, we can also manage the payment of applicable customs duties, excise duties and taxes.

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Transit

Transit procedures allow goods that have not yet been cleared to move across borders under customs supervision. As an authorized operator, we prepare the necessary transit declarations and provide financial services to cover the required guarantees securing any potential customs liabilities.

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Special customs procedures

Special customs procedures make it possible to temporarily use, process or repair goods with partial or full duty relief or under duty suspension. Our customs brokers manage the relevant declarations for inward and outward processing, customs warehousing and temporary admission.

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Interim storage and customs warehousing

Customs warehousing enables non‑cleared goods to be stored at approved locations within the customs territory without incurring import duties or other charges linked to import regulations or commercial policy measures.

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Related services, consulting and digital solutions

International trade often involves additional tax obligations. Supported by our tax specialists, we offer fiscal representation in multiple countries to facilitate efficient border crossings. Our portfolio also includes a range of tax consulting services, such as tax registration, tax filings, Intrastat reporting and sales listings in connection with tax drawback schemes.

Digital workflows and expert guidance

Our specialists provide comprehensive support across all stages of customs processing – from selecting and implementing the appropriate customs procedure to assessing preferential origin and applying for customs authorizations. Your dedicated customs broker supports you in addressing complex trade topics such as customs valuation, origin rules and tariff classification, free trade agreements and IOSS (Import One‑Stop Shop). We ensure you navigate customs applications correctly and efficiently, including binding tariff information, binding origin information and customs permits. In addition, we assist with trade compliance activities such as due diligence, government screenings and managing authorization requirements to safeguard compliance in international trade.

Our digital solutions enable seamless data connectivity, delivering a high level of transparency and regulatory compliance. The integrated customs management system automates customs and risk‑related processes, allowing us to perform customs clearance at both origin and destination using your existing data and documentation.

Aligned with your ERP environment and operational workflows, we offer flexible integration options and advanced reporting capabilities. As international trade requires continuous sanction‑list screening of all involved parties, our customs engineers can integrate a denied‑party screening solution directly into your ERP system to ensure end‑to‑end compliance.

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Benefits

Our end‑to‑end customs brokerage services ensure your customs processes are handled securely and fully aligned with current legal requirements.

Benefit from fast, streamlined customs processing supported by experienced specialists who keep your operations moving.

Through continuous training and updates, our customs professionals stay fully informed of regulatory changes – ensuring your customs formalities consistently meet all legal standards.

Why choose Rhenus

  • Comprehensive customs expertise: The customs specialists at Rhenus support you across all compliance‑related matters, ensuring full adherence to regulations such as anti‑terrorism requirements and trade restrictions.
  • Bonded warehousing solutions: Tailored to your needs, your goods are stored duty‑unpaid in our bonded warehouses under secure, theft‑protected and weather‑resistant conditions until onward transport to their destination. As an authorized consignor, we can also clear goods at approved locations without being physically present and include third parties under this authorization.
  • Global customs network: Our internationally certified customs operations and standardized procedures enable fast, reliable and compliant solutions worldwide.
  • Innovation and digital expertise: Through advanced digital solutions, we ensure transparent processes and an efficient flow of goods across borders.
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Looking for expert support with your customs brokerage needs?

Whether you’re expanding into new markets or refining your existing customs processes, our specialists are ready to support you.

Frequently asked questions

Customs clearance timelines depend on several factors, including the destination country, the type of goods and other regulatory requirements. You can help speed up the process by providing complete and accurate shipment documentation. Our customs specialists are happy to review your situation and give you an assessment tailored to your needs.

We offer full support for all key import, export and transit activities. In addition, we handle complex customs procedures such as inward and outward processing relief, the simplified customs declaration procedure (formerly CFSP) and access to other special customs regimes.

Our end‑to‑end customs clearance solutions cover multiple countries. Using our proprietary software, we apply the same data set across export, transit and import processes, enabling efficient and consistent customs clearance at the destination.

Yes. We support both customs warehousing and interim storage requirements, offering solutions for short‑term storage as well as longer‑term options within customs‑controlled facilities.