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Meet Our People: Elías Benhamú

Welcome to our exclusive series of “Meet Our People” where we provide you with an exclusive look behind the scenes to introduce you to the dedicated individuals who drive the Customs Support team. These passionate professionals play a pivotal role in ensuring the success of our mission: empowering your global trade.

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France
MeetOurPeople
Spain
WeAreCustomsSupport
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The Difference Between the Country of Origin and Preferential Origin

Did you know that the country of origin and preferential origin are not one in the same when importing your goods? Find out how they differ and how to avoid costly assumptions in this article.

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Certificate of Origin
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Meet Our People: Anis Rajhi

Welcome to our exclusive series of “Meet Our People” where we provide you with an exclusive look behind the scenes to introduce you to the dedicated individuals who drive the Customs Support team. These passionate professionals play a pivotal role in ensuring the success of our mission: empowering your global trade.

anis
France
MeetOurPeople
WeAreCustomsSupport
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The Fresh Food Industry & Customs

Meat, cheese, fruits, vegetables – they all bring their challenges in international transport. But how do customs protect you when it comes to fresh food? Adam Grimshaw explains in this article.

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Food
UK Target Border Operating Model
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Common Types of Import Duty

Import duty is paid on certain commodities when they cross into a country or are released into free circulation, but did you know there are different types? Find out the most common in this article.

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Excise Goods
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Spotlight On: Ghent

Home to Belgium’s third-busiest port and two Customs Support offices, Ghent, Belgium has a rich and varied history. Learn about the historic heart of Flanders and the North Sea Port in this article.

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Office Spotlight
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Customs Support Announce New CEO

We are excited to announce the appointment of our new CEO, John Wegman.

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A Moment to Reflect this New Year

As we move into 2024, we take a minute to reflect on where we started, celebrate the progress we’ve made, and look towards where we are going. Read about our history and mission in this article.

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Swiss industrial duties abolished from January 2024

From 1st January 2024, most industrial import duties in Switzerland will be abolished. Find out how this affects your business and what you need to beware of as an importer, in this article.

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Switzerland
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Boxing Day sales – how your swag gets to you

Ever wondered about how your items get to you? This Boxing Day, join us as we explain the journey your goods take to get from a factory to your local store.

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