Import Export License

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In this video I am going to explain everything you need to know about applying for an import and export license and show you how easy we have made it.

To simplify the application, we have combined the import and export license into one application. We have found that most of our clients prefer to apply for both import and export licenses at the same time as the procedures are identical. Even if you are currently planning to only export or alternatively only import, we recommend applying for both licenses as one never knows what is around the next corner and you may need to change your business strategy in the future. The license is enduring as it doesn’t expire and will belong to you or your company indefinitely. There are also no annual renewal fees or reviews, so once you have the license it is yours permanently.

According to the latest regulations you must have an import export license (also known as a customs code) to import or export cargo which is worth more than R50,000 or if you have made more than 3 imports or exports in a calendar year. This customs code is also called the CNN number and it is this code that you have to present to Customs in order to clear your goods.

You can apply for an import export license in your personal name or in the name of a company. I personally would recommend that you apply for the customs code in a company name as it has all the benefits of limited liability as well as the tax advantage of conducting business in a company name. If you want to know more about this topic, please watch my video on the benefits of registering a company (Here)

Your customs code will allow you to:
1. Import or Export any type of goods (unless of course they are prohibited).
2. It also allows you to trade with any country in the world
3. Plus, there is no limits on the quantity of goods.

If you are exporting goods to Europe or Southern Africa (SADC), we would recommend that you also register for a EUR1 or SADC certificates so that you can benefit from the import duty tax reductions and exemptions. You can apply for these registrations at the same time as your Import Export license.

So how do you register? Log on to our site and select Import Export License. This will take you to the page where you can select which services you would like to register for. Click the button for email and we will send you the one page application form. Once you have paid the registration fees, we will send you the necessary documents for completion which can then be emailed back us and we will do the rest.

The entire process should take approximately 10 working days from when we get all of the documentation. Once the registration is complete your customs code will be emailed to you and the original document posted to the postal address.

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[CosmicSpectrumArt]

Hi! I have a question: does having an importing license expedite the customs clearance process at all?

[MacherlaPrabhakar]

Customs are checked every parcel and did valuation,

[quqmlzj]

Can I ask if customs would still hold up my parcels if I have this license

[phutikgodu]

Thank you sir
My question is will the certificate clear me from not paying customs and tax clearance fee?

[gabehcuodsuoitneterp]

I’ve heard you can’t export to a country with an embargo and sanctions on it without a license. This implies you CAN export to a country with embargo and sanctions on it IF you have a license?

[Wkefoosjsnf]

Hi! I have a ecommerce clothing store and I'm operating as a sole proprietor. I want to start importing clothes from china and I wanted to know if I need an importing permit for this or if I just have to register as an importer with SARS?

[terrexx]

hi for some reason i'm having issues with finding exactly where to go to obtain my import/export license any help would be very appreciative? I'm in the us by the way.

[gerdonmatthew]

Hi and thanks for the informative video.
Would you be able to clarify if export/Import License is the same as Export/Import Certificate. And IF so what's the difference. Thank you in advance.

[mescobar]

Can you send me the link to apply for a license and information on what I need? I want to apply for both but this would be for Honduras. I would like to consider expanding later to other countries. How do I obtain a CNN NUMBER?

[charlesroasa]

Great video, and interested to do import and export in the US. Export goods from the Philippines and import to the US. How can I do that? thank you in advance for your help

[lakishahudson]

How much is a import/export license? Need help getting one please thank you for the information

[rahiemhickmon]

Hey brother question I have a felony that’s 7 years old for Agg theft I’m a loan broker is it possible for me to get these licenses?

[ngothuyan]

Can you tell me the requirements when I want to import into Singapore? Millions of thanks.

[indianproman]

What is the url to apply for import or export licence?

I cant find it and please mention all details in discription its easy to take it if we miss it.

[rajestate]

Are you talking about these regulations in USA or somewhere else??

[rankinny]

How many days or months get the import & exporter permit in USA? Please reply thank you

[videolooped]

where would i apply for a export and import license? (UK)

[EstebanHustle]

Can a person with a felon acquire import and export license?

[swathyv]

Hello Sir. We have a company registered in india and we have a import/ export license in india. Do we need anything to receive it in the US ? If so what do we need. Thank you so much!

[shanicemoosa]

If you are looking to start up a microbusiness, and do a few very small purchases from popular sites such as Shein every 2 or so, would it be advisable to get a license?