About USA Customs Clearance

USA Customs Clearance is the online brand of AFC International, LLC, a licensed and CBP-permitted U.S. customs brokerage that files entries at ports nationwide and supports importers with hands-on compliance and clearance services.

We are a private brokerage - not a government agency - licensed and regulated by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP).

More than 150 years of combined Customs experience

Licensed in all 50 states

Trusted online resource for Imports and Customs

An active member of C-TPAT

Clear thousands of shipments each year

Why Successful Importers Choose USA Customs:

Paul was extremely knowledgeable and gave me a complete list of action items after our consultation session. I got exactly what I needed.

-Matthew C.

Sarah was absolutely brilliant and told me exactly what I needed to do. She assisted me in locating and completing all of the necessary paperwork. Thanks to Sarah's help, I'm having a huge amount of success in importing my products.

-Peter L.

Meet Our Experts

The team behind the business needs to lay the foundation of success. Our team at USA Customs Clearance goes above and beyond in everything we do for you. Each team member uses their vast knowledge and experience to serve your unique business objectives.

Donna D.
Customs Consulting & Compliance Manager
Donna’s experience as a licensed custom broker goes back to 1997, and she combines that with a bachelor’s degree in finance and economics to provide our clients with unparalleled service and knowledge of the import process. Her time in the import business bridges all aspects of customs clearance, with particular experience in commodities such as clothing, spirits, and wine. By focusing on research and staying up-to-date with the constantly changing landscape of imports, Donna provides proven solutions that deliver results on a consistent basis.
Mimi A.
Customs Consulting & Compliance Specialist
The Licensed Customs Broker exam has a notoriously high failure rate, which Mimi saw as a challenge to be overcome. Having earned her license in 2008, Mimi also brings knowledge of domestic shipping procedures to the table, a key element in synchronizing efforts between logistics providers and customs brokers. She heads up the consulting team here at United States Customs Clearance, helping clients maintain compliance as the rules of importing and customs clearance change and evolve.
Robin E.
Customs Consulting & Compliance Manager
Along with eight years as a licensed broker, Robin’s experience includes international forwarding and export experience, adding valuable shipping and warehousing knowledge to her toolkit. Robin makes a point of educating her customers about the import process and the products they’re importing, maintaining transparency and building trust with her clients. Her specialty in product classification is a huge asset for importers, particularly when there are updates to the Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
Shannon M.
Customs Entry Writer
Shannon has 15 years of experience in the logistics industry, with 11 of those years focused on freight forwarding and customs brokerage. From air freight, ocean freight, and truck border crossings, she’s helped clear just about every type of shipment through customs. Shannon’s experience as an entry writer has given her extensive knowledge about import compliance, duty statements, HTS codes, and reciprocal tariffs. She uses her knowledge to submit accurate customs documentation and ensures imports adhere to applicable rules and regulations.