Frequently Asked Questions

Customs procedures differ from country to country, but Export Portal helps its users streamline what can be a difficult process. Not only does our EPDocs system make it easy for you to have all your documents together, but our experts and education system give you the opportunity to know what you need ahead of time. This means fewer costly delays at the customs warehouse and buyers get their product faster.

This depends from port of entry to port of entry, but there are some documents that are common to most customs procedures:

1. Bill of Entry
2. Commercial Invoice
3. Bill of Lading / Airway bill
4. Import License
5. Insurance certificate
6. Purchase order/Letter of Credit

All of these documents will be provided in a trade transaction on Export Portal, making the customs process more streamlined.