Customs Broker
What is a Customs Broker or Border Broker?
A customs broker (sometimes referred to as a border broker) is a professional agent licensed by the government to act on behalf of an importer or exporter. In Canada, there are strict laws set out by the CBSA (Canada Border Services Agency). Customs brokers are fully trained and licensed to follow all of them.
What do I need a Broker for?
When you are importing heavy equipment from Canada to the United States or vice versa it is essential to have an experienced customs broker help with the process of transporting your equipment over the border. A broker will:
- Follow and apply customs regulations to help you achieve customs clearance.
- Ensure the goods meet applicable compliance and licensing requirements.
- Prepare and process the import and export documentation, including a bill of lading.
- Submit payments of duties and taxes.
- Clear customs on behalf of their clients.
Ultimately, a customs broker can save you an awful lot of time and money. After all, you don’t want to miss that one piece of paperwork that stops your shipment at the border.
How Trusted Dispatch Can Help?
Connecting You with US and Canadian Customs Brokers
Although we prefer not to look after your border paperwork, we can connect you with a team of trusted professionals for a great experience. See our contact list below for more information about customs brokers.
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If you’ve never imported or exported heavy machinery, it’s not as complex as you might think. Call us for a chat so we can understand your needs and connect you with valuable resources and one-on-one support.
Call us for a chat so we can understand your needs better at 587-956-8681 or go right ahead and click here to get your shipping quote and let’s get your load moving!
Looking for a Customs Brokerage?
We have you covered. Here are some of our top recommendations for compliance specialists you can contact about equipment exports and imports:
- Livingston International: Long-established brokerage service with many professional brokerage agents.
- Cole International: Friendly and professional brokerage, established in the late 1930s.
- Preferred Service Customs Brokers: Another long-established family-owned Customs Broker.
- Wilson International: Another long-established brokerage, 24/7/365 with expert agents.
- Broker Buddy: A new take on customs brokerage using an Intelligent quick quote system allowing you to understand the brokerage cost and connect with a professional brokerage agent right away.
- Clearit Canada: Live agents, easy-to-use website with many customs resources.
- Pacific Customs Brokers Inc: These guys will assist with any port of entry and are available 24/7
More resources:
If you are looking for more information about international trade laws, customs services, or importing equipment, here are a few additional resources:
Canadian Border Services Agency
A fantastic Canadian resource to help you find a customs broker.
US Customs and Border Protection (CBP)
A great US government resource to help you find a customs broker.
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