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The successful export or import of a shipment is dependent on several entities. No matter how big or small a shipment is, two entities stand out due to the importance of their roles in a shipment. The two entities are clearing agents and freight forwarders.

The duty of movement of consignments in favor of the shipment owner is the major responsibility of a freight forwarder. The agent complies the duty by following on clearing and forwarding aspects of the consignments. In several cases, they may be carried out by the same agent. While a Clearing agent is specifically responsible for the clearance of goods in the export or import.

A customs broker is more specific to a country when compared to a freight forwarder suggesting that freight forwarders have a more global presence.

The exporter must consider a few of the below-mentioned factors while choosing a Freight Forwarder.

An array of documentation is required to achieve customs clearance, thereby it is necessary for a broker to tie all the loose ends between the importer, exporter and the government for the smooth clearance of the cargo shipment. Some guideline for appointing the right Clearance agent is highlighted below;

In conclusion, be it Clearing Agent or Freight Forwarder, it is necessary for them to fully understand the basics and needs of the company. It must also be noted that they part take in the success of the shipment, hence a long- term trust is necessary to optimize the supply events, cost competence, transfer, and time-sense.

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