Clarke Global Logistics wishes to keep our clients updated of ongoing Australian Border Force (ABF) border holds that are currently affecting both sea freight and air freight shipments. Industry body IFCBAA (International Forwarders & Customs Brokers Association of Australia) has reported that since December there has been a noticeable increase in both the number of […]
A customs tariff is a tax imposed by a country’s government on imported goods. It is also known as an import duty or a customs duty. Governments use tariffs for a few reasons, including: In Australia, the Australian Border Force (ABF) is responsible for regulating customs tariffs, including managing tariff classifications and the customs rates of […]
Due to system maintenance, the ABF has advised that the ICS system will be unavailable for a 6 hour period between 11.00 pm on Saturday 14th October and 5.00 am on Sunday 15th October, 2023. The ABF has advised that industry clients should make arrangements to have cargo cleared outside of these hours. If you […]
The Australian Border Force (ABF) has released new information for importers and exporters in relation to sea cargo reporting timeframes and inspection arrangements.
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