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