Getting your export documentation right is crucial to avoiding lengthy wait times, hefty fines, or having your shipment denied at the border. Establishing and maintaining effective and accurate export documentation processes can be a challenge, but there are steps you... Read more >
Helping you find the right restricted party screening partner Are you looking for ways to relieve your customs team from the labor-intensive and time-consuming (but very necessary) burden of screening against restricted party lists? You might want to consider enlisting... Read more >
When you talk shipping and international trade, all of the jargon and acronyms can make it sound like another language. Yet as a successful business it's important to understand the terminology behind the movement of goods across the border -... Read more >
Ever wondered just what the "AMPS" in "AMPS penalty" stands for? Or just what the DFAIT is? Customs and trade, like most industries, relies on a fair amount of jargon and acronyms. Livingston is here to help. Our experts have... Read more >
As an NRI, it’s critical to have the right documentation in place to keep your customs clearance process smooth and easy. To help you keep track of your requirements and responsibilities, we’ve prepared an overview of the documentation you need... Read more >
Are you considering expanding your business into Canada? Canada’s Non-Resident Importer (NRI) program is a great way to reach more clients and get a step ahead of your competition. Becoming an NRI means you can ship your goods to Canada... Read more >
International transportation is a complex business, and Incoterms® – the universal rules that govern international trade – are no exception. The latest iteration, Incoterms 2020, contains 11 rules for standardized global trade, defining the most important responsibilities of buyers and... Read more >
A practical guide to Incoterms® 2020 International sales contracts can be daunting, but if there’s one lesson to keep in mind, it’s to pay as much attention to the terms of sale as to the sale price itself. That’s where... Read more >
Applying for North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) tariff treatments has its challenges, but the benefits far outweigh the downsides. In our guide, “NAFTA basics: Your questions answered,” we look at reasons why you should apply for NAFTA tariff treatment;... Read more >
NAFTA basics - How to determine if your goods are eligible In order to determine whether or not your goods qualify for North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) tariff treatment, you should be aware of three contributing factors: The Harmonized... Read more >
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