Does FedEx charge for customs clearance?
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Does FedEx charge for customs clearance?
For import shipments, FedEx will provide you standard customs clearance at no extra charge. But there are times when your shipment has special clearance needs, especially when additional processing is required by a regulatory agency or when you or your importer request special processing from a FedEx customs broker.
How much is FedEx customs fee?
UPS / FedEx shipments Customs Clearance
| Shipment Value$ | Our Flat Clearance Fee$ | Courier’s average brokerage fee + extra added fees |
|---|---|---|
| 500-750 | $35.00 | $73.50 |
| 750-1000 | $35.00 | $80.50 |
| 1000-1250 | $40.00 | $91.50 |
| 1250-1600 | $40.00 | $96.50 |
Does FedEx open customs?
No, customs officers will not open up your package or packages without good reason. Every package is put through a scanner machine, or an x-ray machine, to verify that the items you are shipping match your customs forms.
How long does it take for FedEx to clear customs?
How long will FedEx be able to keep my shipment on hold for import clearance? FedEx will usualy hold the shipments for 10 days for customer instructions or approvals. On the 11th day, we will return the shipment back to origin, if no positive feedback from the customer.
Can I do my own customs clearance?
Customs declarations are required for international trade of goods, including all UK-EU imports and exports. You can make a declaration yourself, or appoint someone to deal with it on your behalf.
Does FedEx do customs brokerage?
As one of the largest customs entry filer worldwide, you can trust FedEx to clear your shipments through customs. When you ship using FedEx Express services, expert customs brokerage is included (some restrictions apply). FedEx customs brokerage services include: Duty and tax calculation.
How long does a package take to clear customs?
Typically, customs clearance takes less than 24 hours, however, there are times where it can take several days or weeks for goods to be inspected. When is customs clearance needed? Customs clearance is necessary for all packages entering the U.S. from other countries.
How does customs work with FedEx?
Understanding Roles in the Customs Clearance Process Print customs documentation or upload it via FedEx® Electronic Trade Documents, print your shipping label and stick it all on your shipment. FedEx will retrieve the shipment(s) from Customs and will finish delivering it to the importer/recipient.