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An agent who handles goods, usually at an international border.

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How do you start a clearing and forwarding business?

how to find needed company for clearing & forwarding agent


What does c and f agent means?

C & F Agent stands for Clearing and Forwarding Agent. They are responsible for handling clearing (customs clearance) and forwarding (transportation) activities for goods being imported or exported. These agents help ensure smooth movement of goods through the supply chain.


Definition of clearing and forwarding agent?

Means carry and forward from dealer stokist and whole sale place their order


Definition of carrying and forwarding agents?

In India C & F Agent means "Clearing and forwarding agent."Definition of Clearing and forwarding agent - Any person who is engaged in providing any service, either directly or indirectly, concerned with the clearing and forwarding operations in any manner to any other person and includes a consignment agent.A clearing and forwarding agent normally undertakes the following activities:1. receiving the goods from the factories or premises of the principal or his agents;2. warehousing these goods;3. receiving dispatch orders from the principal;4. arranging dispatch of goods as per the directions of the principal by engaging transport on his own or through the authorized transporters of the principal;5. maintaining records of the receipt and dispatch of goods and the stock available at the warehouse; Service Tax is payable on above services.


What are the clearing and forwarding processes?

The clearing and forwarding processes entails a shipping company clearing cargo at customs. The cargo is them forwarded to the recipients address.


What are problems faced by clearing and forwarding companies in regards to demand and supply in price determination?

identify problems incurred in clearing and forwarding business


What are principle of clearing and forwarding?

1.The agent obtains all relevant documents required to import or export goods from the consignee or consignor respectively. 2.the agent selects the type of mode of transport on behalf of the consignor or consignee. The agent consolidate good if any consolidation needed.


Challages facing clearing and forwarding?

There are many challenges facing clearing and forwarding. The main challenge is lack of proper systems and there are also cases of corruption at the customs office.


What is an Advantages of clearing and forwarding agent?

I think you mean to ask, " What is the advantage of clearing your goods with a forwarding agent as oppose to yourself?" Well for one, it's less of a headache- they have all the resources at hand already. (Opportunity of network, experience, knowledge etc.) Forwarders are also a better option because they are able to obtain additional documents you may require from the shipper. They can fill out any paperwork needed, and most freight forwarding agents have a customs department so it is done under a single umbrella.


What are the role of clearing and forwarding agent?

the role of clearing and forwarding agent some following 1.it is provide exporter to ensure smooth and timely shipment of goods 2.selection of mode and route of transport of goods 3.it is guide to people the selection of shipping.ex water air rail 4.ti is guide to exporter the availability of alternative mode of transport and guide exporter in decision making about the final choice of transport to achieve the optimal cost in transport.


What are the major marketing strategies of a clearing and forwarding or a shipping company over it competitors?

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