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What does Customs broker mean in logistics?
Short answer
A licensed agent who prepares and files customs declarations and represents importers and exporters before customs authorities.
Licensed under the Customs Brokers Licensing Regulations, 2018 after an examination; the older term "CHA" is still widely used. The broker files bills of entry and shipping bills on ICEGATE and is accountable for due diligence on clients. Ask our desk how this applies to your consignment.
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The numbers behind this answer
- Also called
- CHA, custom house agent
- Category
- EXIM & customs
- Related terms
- Bill of entry, Shipping bill, ICEGATE, Freight forwarder
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