There are many countries which do not have any custom issues while there are countries which takes a very long time to clear the custom. Sometimes, there are delays in customs due to improper paperwork, incorrect invoice etc,. Without proper knowledge of the customs, international shipping can become a stress for the shippers. Though, customs doesn’t have to be traumatic with proper planning and knowledge about the customs. If you are looking for a reliable shipping agency you can get in touch with Cargo Services Company in UK and avoid all the complexities.

1. TOP CAUSES OF
IMPORT DELAYS AND
TIPS TO AVOID THEM

2. There are many countries which do
not have any custom issues while
there are countries which takes a
very long time to clear the custom.
Sometimes, there are delays in
customs due to improper
paperwork, incorrect invoice etc,.
Without proper knowledge of the
customs, international shipping can
become a stress for the shippers.
Though, customs doesn’t have to be
traumatic with proper planning and
knowledge about the customs. If
you are looking for a reliable
shipping agency you can get in
touch with Cargo Services
Company in UK and avoid all the

3. Here is a list of common
custom delays:

4. Lack of
required
documents
• Before you ship overseas, you should know your requirements
and prepare the papers accordingly. Generally, people
underestimate the requirements of these paper works which
result in custom delays. Here are the list of some common errors
• The content description must be accurate,. For example,
‘computer parts’ requires the exact words and the brand name,
model and serial number of the parts.
• Incomplete shipment documentation. Quantities or pages of the
invoice are missing
• Incorrect product code provided
• Invoice or description is in foreign language and not in English
• Improper quantity as mentioned in the invoice.
• Samples not properly separated

5. Incomplete
Information
If the name or the address
provided is incomplete, the
shipment gets delayed as
the carrier takes time to
determine how to handle
the shipment.

6. Incomplete
Description
The carrier who is
importing the goods needs
to report the CBP and
should also identify the
commodity being imported.

7. Lack of Data
This is one of the main
reason for shipment delays.
The shippers need to
provide the carrier with
their Power of Attorney,
bond information and
import information in
advance of shipment
arriving. Once the
information is received the
future shipments are
covered.

8. Credit Issues
If you are using any customs
broker, you will want to
check your credit status with
the brokers before importing
or exporting a high valued
order. They hold the release
of the shipment until you
assure payment of large bill.
The CBSA will also do the
same if you are on direct
duties and you exceed your
bond amount. To avoid delay,
it is advised to double check
your credit limit with your

9. Few mistakes can make
your parcels take a huge
time in customs and hence
result in delays. You can
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