4 Documentation Services Offered
Although we hear much of digitisation, freight forwarding is still an industry that is largely paper based, if only because many Customs authorities require a preference or movement declaration in paper format which must be retained for a specified number of years. The freight forwarder retains
• Preparation of shipping documents as applicable at Master or House level including bills of lading, air waybill, CMR notes etc. • Present or make documentation available to: - Shipping lines to secure cargo release - Other relevant parties to secure the release of a consignment shipped under a Letter of Credit • On the customer’s behalf the freight forwarder will check invoices, packing lists and other documents required to facilitate the movement of freight
these original and other important documents on behalf of their customer. The importance of this service is only apparent if an HMRC or VAT official asks for them at a later date as part of an inspection. Most freight forwarders will either raise, or arrange to have raised, the relevant documents to facilitate the movement of cargo. These include but are not limited to:
• Arranging for the certification of documents as appropriate with Chambers of Commerce etc.
• Presentation of documents to Customs authorities whilst arranging or undertaking import or export customs clearance on a client’s behalf and providing wider support to clients relative to customs compliance.
Benefits of Using a Freight Forwarder 10
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