Q: I have never imported before, is it difficult?
Yes and No, importing is difficult if you don’t use a professional customs broker. Quicksilver Customs Brokers make imports simple by streamlining the process into a few easy steps and doing all the work for you. Thus, people who use Cleared and Delivered find importing easy and affordable.
Q: Do I need to have a license to import products?
No, but you do need to use a licensed Customs broker. Quicksilver Customs Brokers are a licensed customs broker and freight forwarder who can easily clear your freight and deliver it to its ultimate destination.
Q: Where do Quicksilver Customs Brokers operate?
We are licensed to clear goods anywhere within the continental United States. We are hooked up to the US Customs EDI program which enables remote customs entry to any port. We are able to handle all imports coming into the USA and deliver them to their final destination.
Q: What is a customs broker and what do they do?
Customs brokers are licensed to act as agents for commercial companies importing goods to the USA. Customs brokers provide release instructions to US Customs as well as other government departments to permit the flow of imported goods. Customs brokers classify the goods according to the current US Tariff to apply duties and taxes owing to US Customs. With the constantly changing rules and regulations, employing a customs broker makes good business sense.
Q: Are Quicksilver Customs Brokers able to deliver my goods?
Yes, we are a fully licensed freight forwarder that can pick up and deliver your goods on your behalf.
Q: Should I call or fill out a form?
You should click “Clear My Freight” if you have a shipment and all the info ready to go and it will need Clearance upon arrival. Please call if you are in the process of importing but confused about what to do.
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«This is the "boarding pass" from the shipping line or airline that your freight is on board their vessel or airplane. The "Arrival Notice" notifies Quicksilver that your freight has arraived at a ocean port or airport, and it's ready to clear. »
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