Beginners practical guide to Importing

This course is suitable for beginners who are new to their role and provides a high-level overview of the import process from a practical perspective.

The agenda and course objectives are as follows:

Import Definition and the Process Flow
Getting Ready to Import to include
- Commodity Codes
- Origin
- Incoterms
- Good Valuation to include Duties/Taxes
The International Purchase Order & Documentation
- Commercial Invoice
- Packing Lists
- Preference Documents
Shipping Methods & How to Request a Shipping Quotation
Information for a Shipping Quotation
Booking the Shipment and Clearance Instructions
Seller Managing the Shipment
Import Declarations - the Basics
Record Keeping and Checks