We have the capability to aid clients throughout the importation process, resolving any customs queries that may arise to ensure the timely release of goods and smooth facilitation of trade. 

Before clients import goods, we provide advice on the applicable duties and their respective rates, ensuring clarity and preparedness.

Many importers and exporters in Africa often choose South Africa as a transit point for their goods. Even though these goods aren’t meant for consumption within South Africa, they still need to comply with the Customs and Excise Act. We’re here to support clients from abroad who utilize South Africa for transit purposes.

1. There are certain classes of customs clients that the Commissioner for SARS may require to register and or be licensed.  

The following class of businesses have to be registered with Customs: 

• People who plan to import, export. 
• People who seek to benefit in trade agreement agreements. 
• People who make use of rebates/refunds. 
• People who are in manufacturing. 
• Automotive industry benefiting from the APDP. 
• Electronic users for clearing and cargo reporting purposes. 
• Special economic zones operators. 
• Electricity producers. 
• Registered agents. 
• Registered stills. 
• Manufacturers of excisable goods. 

• Non-commercial manufacturers of sugar products. 
• Tobacco leaf dealers. 
• Diesel refund users. 

The following class of businesses must be licensed: 

• Special warehouse manufacturers. 
• Manufacturing warehouses. 
• Storage warehouses. 
• Special storage warehouses. 
• Customs Clearing agents. 
• Removers in bond. 
• Fuel distributors. 
• Special ad-valorem manufacturing. 
• Distillation of spirits by an agricultural distiller. 
• Owning, possession or keeping of stills. 
• Manufacturing or importing stills for sale or for repairing stills for profit. 
• De-grouping depot. 
• Searching wreck or searching for wreck. 
• Container depot. 

Any client may apply for accreditation. We assist clients interested to be accredited by doing pre-customs audits and ensuring readiness to be audited by customs. 

With our thorough understanding of the Customs and Excise Act, we provide reliable and pertinent guidance to address any inquiries clients may have regarding customs legislation.

As industry leaders, we boast a proven track record of assisting clients in addressing customs penalties and effectively resolving disputes through both internal and alternative dispute resolution processes.

Certain goods imported to and exported from South Africa are subject to specific restrictions, including permits and limitations on quantities. We take a proactive approach by advising clients on any restrictions or prohibitions pertaining to the goods they intend to trade.

We stay vigilant in monitoring and tracking updates to various sections of customs legislation. This proactive approach allows us to keep our clients informed of any changes, ensuring they always maintain compliance with the law.

We assist clients requiring ITAC permits by facilitating such applications on their behalf.

For certain goods like second-hand vehicles, obtaining a letter of authority from the National Regulator of Consumer Standards is necessary. We’re here to assist clients in the application process for these LOAs.

Some clients may be eligible to claim back customs duties and qualify for duty drawbacks. We’re here to help facilitate the refund application process for such clients.

Various methods exist for determining the value of imported goods, which in turn determines the amount of duty owed. If it’s challenging to establish the value for a particular consignment, we’re here to support clients with value determination applications.

Looking to equip your staff with reliable and relevant customs training to enhance their knowledge and performance? With years of industry experience, we assess your specific needs and provide tailored training solutions, ensuring immediate improvement in knowledge and performance among your team.

Reach out to us for assistance with tariff determination applications to ensure accurate classification of goods. Incorrect tariff classification is a serious offense, but our network of specialists is here to help you stay compliant.

We are experts on international trade agreements aimed at benefitting South African traders. Do not hesitate to talk to us for advice.

Many clients are unaware of the customs compliance risks they face. We assist them in identifying prevalent risks within their operations and developing risk management plans. Additionally, we aid in implementing these plans to effectively mitigate risk.

We help clients by performing audits and to support them in responding to customs audit findings.