International Freight Forwarder

We (Al Zafer Cargo Services) an international freight forwarder is an agent for the exporter in moving cargo to an overseas destination. We are familiar with the import rules and regulations of foreign countries.
We freight forwarders assist exporters in preparing price quotations by advising on freight costs, port charges, consular fees, costs of special documentation, insurance costs, and their handling fees. We recommend the packing methods that will protect the merchandise during transit or can arrange to have the merchandise packed at the port or containerized. If the exporter prefers, freight forwarders can reserve the necessary space on a vessel, aircraft, train, or truck. The cost for their services is a legitimate export cost that should be included in the price charged to the customer. We freight forwarder can also organize project cargos on behalf of exports.

Once the order is ready for shipment, we freight forwarders should review all documents to ensure that everything is in order. This is of particular importance with letter of credit payment terms. We may also prepare the bill of lading and any special required documentation. After shipment, we can route the documents to the seller, the buyer, or to a paying bank. We freight forwarders can also make arrangements with customs brokers overseas to ensure that the goods comply with customs export documentation regulations. A customs broker is an individual or company that is licensed to transact customs business on behalf of others. Customs business is limited to those activities involving transactions related to the entry and admissibility of merchandise; its classification and valuation; the payment of duties, taxes, or other charges assessed or collected; or the refund, rebate, or drawback thereof.