Customs Clearance & Brokerage

Moving cargo across borders involves more than arranging transport. Your shipment also needs to meet customs requirements before it can move to its final destination.

Brisk Forwarding offers customs clearance and brokering services in Nepal for our importer, exporter, and business clients to clear their cargo with the customs department. This includes customs documentation, HS code classification, duty coordination, regulatory requirements, and liaison with relevant customs officials.

We support cargo clearance at major customs points, including Birgunj, Tatopani, Rasuwagadhi, and Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA).

Whether your shipment arrives by air, sea, or road, our team can coordinate the customs clearance work as part of your wider freight forwarding service.

Reliable Customs Clearance Support for Your Cargo

Customs clearance becomes complex where documentation is insufficient, there are discrepancies about cargo details, and the consignment needs more inspections.

A small error in product information or paperwork can delay the release of your goods.

The customs brokering process will be conducted in an orderly fashion through all stages ranging from documentation to the release of the goods. The brokering process will be conducted in accordance with the information provided by the exporter or importer.

Our team can assist with:

• Customs documentation and filing services
• HS tariff classification services
• Import/export clearance coordination
• Tariff/other duties related coordination
• Cargo declarations services
• Customs authority communication
• Shipment and documentation verification
• Inspection and release coordination
• Major ports of entry clearance coordination
• Coordination with freight and transport team

The exact requirements depend on the type of goods, origin, destination, shipment method, and applicable regulations.

Our Customs Clearance & Brokerage Services

Import Customs Clearance

Proper documentation is needed before import cargo can be cleared.

We assist companies in coordinating the clearance of import cargo through air, sea, and land transport. We examine the shipment details, arrange the necessary documentation, and work with the concerned parties throughout the clearance process.

We are capable of clearing import cargo for a wide range of shipments, including but not limited to commercial goods, machines, equipment, raw materials, spare parts, and consumer goods.

Export Customs Clearance

The export consignments also need appropriate customs clearance procedures prior to the departure of the cargo out of Nepal.

We help exporters with the processes involved in the clearance of their consignments to be exported. This is done in consultation with all the necessary details regarding the cargo.

The process is ideal for companies that export commercial consignments from Nepal to other destinations around the world.

Customs Brokerage for Air Cargo

Air cargo transport is usually time-critical. Delay in clearing customs can impact schedules and cause extra expenses.

Our team handles customs clearance for qualifying air cargo that comes into or out of Tribhuvan International Airport.

Documentation and cargo information support services are available for customs clearance, depending on the cargo.

Customs Clearance for Land Cargo

Land-based consignments may travel through border points of customs before coming into or going out of Nepal.

We facilitate the process of custom clearance for shipments that are transported through any of the land routes, which include border points like Birgunj, Tatopani, and Rasuwagadhi.

We have our team of customs working in coordination with the freight transportation aspect of the consignment.

Customs Clearance for Sea Freight

Even though Nepal is a landlocked nation, many foreign cargo shipments destined for Nepal are transported using the route of sea freight and then via overland transport.

Such shipments may require coordination in relation to sea freight, inland freight, documentation, and crossing the border.

Customs-related aspects of such coordination can be taken care of by our team.

HS Tariff Classification Support

Classification of the product is an essential part of the customs clearance process.

The HS Code is useful for the identification of the goods for both customs and trade purposes. Improper classification of products leads to many difficulties during the clearance process.

Brisk Forwarding offers HS tariff classification based on the product description provided by the client.

We will be able to assist in the evaluation of the necessary product features for classification.

Final classification and related charges are subject to the regulations of the competent customs authorities.

Customs Documentation Support

Documentation ensures that there will be no unnecessary delays while clearing the goods at the customs terminal.

The documents to be submitted vary depending on the type of shipment and can be anything from invoices, packing lists, transport documents, permits, certificates, among others.

We assist our clients in preparing and organizing the documents necessary for their shipment.

We cross-check the shipping information before any documentation is coordinated.

The documents required can vary depending on:

• Type of goods
• Import or export status
• Country of origin
• Country of destination
• Mode of transportation
• Applicable regulations
• Product-specific requirements

Because requirements can change by shipment, we confirm the applicable documentation based on the cargo details.

Duty and Tax Coordination

Customs charges and taxes may be one of the essential components of the overall cost of import.

Our team is involved in the coordination of the necessary information related to the calculation of custom charges and taxes as well as coordination of all the parties that should be involved in the process of clearance.

The amount that needs to be paid will depend on the number of elements like product classification, valuation of goods, applicable rates, etc.

Customs charges will not be considered as a fixed service charge; the shipment will determine the requirement and charge.

Customs Clearance at Major Points in Nepal

Brisk Forwarding supports customs clearance coordination at major entry and exit points used for international cargo.

Birgunj Customs

Birgunj is an important trade gateway for Nepal, particularly for cargo moving through the southern border.

We provide customs clearance coordination for eligible commercial shipments passing through the Birgunj customs point.

Tatopani Customs

Tatopani is an important northern trade route connecting Nepal with China.

Our team can coordinate customs-related requirements for eligible cargo moving through the Tatopani route.

Rasuwagadhi Customs

Rasuwagadhi is another important northern border route for Nepal-China trade.

We assist businesses with customs clearance coordination for shipments moving through this route, based on the cargo and applicable requirements.

Tribhuvan International Airport

For air cargo, customs clearance takes place through the airport customs process.

We coordinate clearance support for eligible commercial shipments arriving at or departing from TIA.

How Our Customs Clearance Service Works

We keep the process simple and organized.

1. Share Your Shipment Details

Provide information about your cargo, shipment route, transportation method, and required delivery location.

This allows our team to understand the shipment before starting the clearance coordination.

2. Review the Documents

We review the available commercial and shipping documents and identify the information required for customs processing.

If additional documents or clarification are required, we communicate this with the client.

3. Classification and Customs Coordination

We support HS tariff classification and coordinate the shipment information with the relevant customs process.

The exact requirements depend on the type of cargo and applicable regulations.

4. Customs Processing

We coordinate with the concerned parties while going through the customs process, which includes documentation, inspections, valuation, and all other clearance procedures.

5. Cargo Release

Once all the customs clearance processes are fulfilled and the consignment is cleared for shipment, we handle the next phase of transportation.

This could be related to our air freight, sea freight, or even road transport services.

Customs Clearance for Different Types of Cargo

Each company has its own set of customs needs. Our services include clearance facilitation for an array of commercial shipments depending on the regulations. These can be:

• Commercial goods
• Raw materials
• Machinery/equipment
• Spares
• Electronics
• Industrial goods
• Consumer goods
• Construction materials
• Apparel/textiles
• Business supplies
• Project Cargo

Certain products may require additional permits, certificates, inspections, or approvals. Our team can help identify the documentation and coordination needed based on the shipment details.

Integrated Customs and Freight Forwarding

Customs clearance is usually only one part of international cargo shipping.

It could be that you need to transport your cargo by air, sea, or land before and after the process of customs clearance.

Brisk Forwarding aims to synchronize the process of customs clearance with the rest of the logistics activities involved.

Depending on your needs, we may coordinate:

• Air Freight + Customs Clearance: For urgent commercial cargo received via the airport.
• Sea Freight + Customs Clearance: For cargo received at sea and needing inland transfer with customs clearance before delivery.
• Land Transportation + Customs Clearance: For cargo passing through Nepal’s land border points.
• Customs Clearance + Delivery: For companies needing cargo delivered from customs clearance to their respective warehouses/offices/projects or other destinations.

This integrated approach can reduce the need to coordinate every stage with separate service providers.

Why Choose Brisk Forwarding for Customs Clearance?

Experience Across Different Cargo Routes

We realize that customs regulations may vary based on the route and mode of transport. We arrange clearance for both air and sea-connected and overland transport.

Documentation-Focused Service

Accuracy of information is critical in customs clearance. We assist in organizing shipping documentation and coordinating the necessary information for clearance.

Support at Major Customs Points

We offer custom clearance support at major customs checkpoints, which include Birgunj, Tatopani, Rasuwagadhi, and TIA.

Connected Freight Services

Customs clearance may be performed in connection with our freight forwarding and transportation services. This gives clients the opportunity to coordinate several stages of the shipment with just one logistics company.

Clear Communication

We inform clients regarding the documentation process, customs coordination, and further actions with the shipment.

Business-Focused Solutions

Every shipment is unique. We take into account the type of cargo, the way of its delivery, and other parameters when organizing the customs clearance service.

Who Can Use Our Customs Brokerage Services?

Our customs clearance services can be useful for:

• Importers bringing goods into Nepal
• Exporters sending goods from Nepal
• Manufacturers importing raw materials
• Businesses importing machinery and equipment
• Trading companies
• Retail and distribution businesses
• Construction and infrastructure companies
• Industrial businesses
• Project cargo clients
• Businesses using air, sea, or land freight

Whether you are handling a single commercial shipment or regular international cargo, we can help coordinate the customs clearance requirements.

Need Customs Clearance Support in Nepal?

Customs clearance does not need to be handled alone.

From documentation and HS classification to customs coordination and cargo release, Brisk Forwarding helps businesses manage the clearance side of their international shipments.

Tell us about your cargo, route, transportation method, and destination. Our logistics team can review your requirements and provide a suitable customs clearance and freight forwarding solution.

Contact Brisk Forwarding today for customs clearance and brokerage services in Nepal.

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