how do i get export import documentation licence?i want to do some certified courses.How much time and how much will cost me?Please guide me.Thanks
2006-08-16 16:45:06 · 3 answers · asked by patelutp 2 in Education & Reference ➔ Other - Education
In general, there is no license required in the U.S. to begin importing or exporting.
At the most basic level, a business that imports or exports products is no different than a business that sells domestically. You need to have some sort of business structure, whether it is as an individual, an LLC or a corporation. You need to check your local and state requirements for setting up a business in your area, and you probably should consult an accountant and an attorney to find the best structure for your specific situation.
To begin importing or exporting, you must find a product or products in the U.S. or elsewhere that you can sell and customers in the U.S. or elsewhere who are willing to purchase those products at the price which you can sell them.
Depending on what the specific product is, where you are sourcing it, and where you are selling it, you may need a license to export it and pay duties and taxes to import it. In addition, there may be restrictions against importing a specific product from a specific country; likewise there may be restrictions on exporting to a specific individual, organization or country.
If you are going to be importing into the U.S., contact a licensed customs broker in your area. They will help you meet all the import requirements you must follow. This will cost you some money, but it will save you A LOT of headaches.
If you are going to be exporting from the U.S., find a freight forwarder in your area that has worked with the type of products you will be exporting. They can help you determine whether or not you need to get an export license, prepare all the required documentation, and arrange shipping.
Good luck.
2006-08-17 09:57:18 · answer #1 · answered by International Business Training 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
go to your state website and check out sba.gov. You may need to have a business plan in place as well. Go to office.microsoft.com/templates to get started on that.
2006-08-16 16:51:15 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
ask the chamber of commerse
2006-08-16 16:50:34 · answer #3 · answered by Paul G 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋