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Cross-Border Trading in Southern Africa

As Southern Africa continues to evolve as a hub for cross-border trading, companies can seize opportunities with the assistance of experts like Blackie’s Consultants.

Cross-Border Permits: Everything You Need To Know

If your business involves transporting goods across South African borders, it’s essential to ensure that you have a valid cross-border permit.

Five Good Qualities of a Customs Clearance Agent

Customs clearance agents take on the responsibility of arranging and submitting the required paperwork, ensuring consignments adhere to all legal requirements, and checking packing lists and commercial invoices to ensure taxes and duties have been correctly calculated and paid.

Learn about the Customs Clearance Process

What is involved in the Customs Clearance Process and what actually takes place in a customs office?

Customs: Five Red Flags to Look Out For

We’ve compiled a list of five red flags so that you can avoid costly mistakes when choosing a customs broker.

Customs Clearing Instruction – what is it, and why do you need one?

Are you a company that operates cross-border supply chains between South Africa, Namibia, Lesotho, Eswatini, and Botswana? If so, you’ve probably heard of a Customs Clearing Instruction, but what exactly is it, and why do you need one?