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Bill of Entry

A legal document filed with Customs to declare the importer’s intent to bring goods into the country.
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What is Bill of Entry?

A bill of entry is a legal document that importers or customs clearance agents file with the Customs department to declare imported goods. It’s submitted on or before the arrival of the goods, and it’s an essential part of the customs clearance process.

The bill of entry must include:

  • Information about goods: their description, quantity, value, and country of origin. 
  • Information about the importer: their name, address, and contact information.

Customs uses the information to ensure that the goods comply with all applicable import regulations.

Once Customs has processed the bill of entry, the goods will be released to the importer. The importer will then be responsible for paying any applicable customs duties and taxes.

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