In simple terms, the customs clearance of international cargo is “ customs clearance ” (upon import) and “customs clearance” ( when exporting) goods in case of crossing them across the border with the provision of all the necessary documents and certificates, as well as the calculation of the amount of duty and, directly, its payment.

The spectrum of customs clearance includes not only customs clearance of goods in the import and export , but a number of other customs regimes:

• reimport;
• re-export;
• transit;
• destruction of goods;
• storage of goods in a warehouse, etc.

To understand all the intricacies of these processes and competently work through all the stages – it is not enough just dry knowledge of the legislation. It requires experience, skills in resolving conflict and disputable situations, the ability to accurately correct a full package of documents and regular monitoring of the smallest changes in legal acts. That is why it is better to transfer such work into the hands of specialists. Employees of the company “MapLine” will help you not only to properly prepare all the necessary documents, but also to minimize material and time costs.

Procedure for the delivery and customs clearance of exported and imported goods

MapLine is a customs operator and an international forwarder whose main activity is delivery and customs clearance of cargo character, format and dimensions:

• groupage cargo;
• piece products;
• containerized cargo;
• heavy and oversized cargo;
• dangerous goods;
• excise goods;
• perishable and other products

Due to strict adherence to all internal and international regulations, many years of experience and qualified personnel, we are entrusted with the safety of the company not only in St. Petersburg, but also in Russia as a whole.

Goods are shipped and received through the Northern capital of the Russian Federation in the following ways:

• by sea
• aviation
• through the transport organizations of express carriers;
• automobile
• railway

In addition to the registration and delivery of goods in the North-West region, we represent the interests of our clients throughout the Russian Federation, including the ports and terminals of Novorossiysk, the Far East, Kamchatka.

Who can use our services?

1. Individuals. Products in this category are intended solely for personal use and do not apply to commercial goods. Such goods do not require payment of duties.

However, it is worth noting that in some cases the indicated authorities dispute the correct purpose of the cargo:

• if moved too often;
• if the item is not intended for everyday use and you cannot dispute this point;
• if the goods being moved are a large number of identical products (one model, style, color, etc.).

2. Legal entities. Goods of this category are subject to mandatory declaration with payment of customs duties, duties and excise taxes.

3. Individual entrepreneurs. They also undergo customs control, drawing up a declaration of goods, paying all necessary taxes and fees.

The list of services that includes customs clearance of goods and logistics:

• detailed expert advice on all issues and nuances of the process;
• assignment of the correct classification code of the TN VED;
• certification of goods for the possibility of their movement and sale in the Customs Union zone;
• assistance in preparing all necessary documents in accordance with international and Russian standards;
• preliminary and actual customs control;
• assistance in choosing the best way to deliver your cargo;
• perform a full calculation of all costs;
• organization of delivery and the entire logistics process with full control at all stages of cargo movement.
• solution of all tasks related to warehouse logistics (loading, unloading, storage, repacking, marking etc.);
• correct declaration of all groups of goods for any type of customs regime;
• cargo insurance and much more;
• official representation of the client’s interests at all stages of customs clearance.

Our specialists work closely with each client, starting from the very first stage – receiving a consultation request, up to cargo delivery to your destination, staying in touch every day and shifting all responsibility for the entire logistics and customs clearance process onto yourself.

How to find out the price of the service?

Formation of the cost of customs clearance and logistics is calculated strictly individually, and depends on the type, dimensions, weight of the cargo, distance of transportation, the country of exporter / importer and many other factors. For a detailed calculation and consultation, you need to contact the specialists of the MapLine service, who will promptly offer you the best solution for your question. …

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The Map Line Company provides a full range of services related to international cargo delivery, logistics and multi-modal transportation .

To place an order for the international transportation of goods and goods from anywhere in the world to St. Petersburg or other cities of Russia with the Map Line company means to isolate yourself from all possible problems associated with:

• preparing a set of documents for sending the goods;
• registration of non-tariff settlement documents for various categories of goods;
• customs formalities;
• resolving disputes with government agencies;
• cargo storage;
• packaging, repackaging, labeling;
• loading and unloading;
• cargo insurance.

Any type of movement has its own characteristics. Qualified personnel of the company will help you choose the most suitable transport and route.

The cost of services consists of several factors:

• service status (import, export, transit, re-import, re-export, etc.);
• route of transportation;
• means of delivery (what type of transport is involved in the delivery of goods);
• quantity, dimensions, weight of cargo;
• type of rolling stock;
• the amount of assessment in case of insurance payments;
• additional services (storage, packaging, repackaging, labeling, door-to-door cooperation) and other factors.

It is also possible to calculate the waste in advance by contacting the company’s employees.