Rulings applications made easy (Canadian customs)
Rulings are helpful allies when it comes to helping your company save money on duty and maintaining customs compliance. Now, for companies registered in the CARM Client Portal (CCP), it’s never been easier to apply for a customs ruling.
Explainer: Filling out your Canada Customs Invoice correctly
At Cole International, we believe that the more you know, the better your goods will go. Our Explainer posts provide valuable information you should know before you make your next move. We understand that the logistics industry involves complex processes, regulations, and definitions that can be overwhelming to.
Tech check-in: Is the future of shipping here yet?
Advances in technology continue at a rapid pace, steering us toward a future undreamt of by many. But most technological advances feature both a lot of hype and early setbacks. Where are we at with the latest tech and shipping trends?
Explainer: Filling out your Cole Proforma Invoice correctly (U.S. Customs)
At Cole International, we believe that the more you know, the better your goods will go. Our Explainer posts provide valuable information you should know before you make your next move. We understand that the logistics industry involves complex processes, regulations, and definitions that can be overwhelming to.
Customs Roundup May 24, 2023: news and views from the world of Customs
Customs, compliance and trade regulations are dynamic and always on the move, just like your goods. These roundups intend to bring you the latest in news from the worlds of Canadian and U.S. Customs so you can get the information you need to keep your goods moving seamlessly.
Shipping rented or leased goods? Get clear on the specifics and keep your goods moving
Whether to lease, rent or buy can often be an important question when you are importing goods. But just how much does this affect your shipping business?
Attention Canadian importers! Drop this assumption and make shipping from Canada into the U.S. easier
As a Canadian importer moving goods into the U.S. and working with Cole International customs brokers, it's easy to assume if we clear it in Canada, we clear it in the U.S. too. Learn how dropping this one flawed assumption can keep your goods moving seamlessly.
Customs roundup March 22, 2023: news and views from the world of Customs
Customs, compliance and trade regulations are dynamic and always on the move, just like your goods. These roundups intend to bring you the latest in news from the worlds of Canadian and U.S. Customs so you can get the information you need to keep your goods moving seamlessly.
CARM Simplified: account balances and reconciling your SOA
The CBSA Assessment and Revenue Management (CARM) program is expected to move into Release 2 (R2) in 2023. This post is designed to help you get a handle on your account balance and how to settle outstanding balances in preparation for R2.
CARM Simplified: get to know your import account
As we approach the second release of CARM, some importers may feel some confusion and possibly overwhelm at the new changes coming down the pipeline. But these changes are not insurmountable, and if anything, CARM is designed to streamline processes with the CBSA. Understanding what you need to learn about CARM is the.
