Import Process

Question 1

DTX

Answer 1

Data Transmission

Question 2

24hr manifest rule

Answer 2

DTX information must be sent at least 24 hours prior to cargo loaded on board.

Question 3

When is arrival notice sent?

Answer 3

3- 9 days prior to arrival based on service

Question 4

Import Release requires what 3 things?

Answer 4

OBL, Telex or Express +
Authorization letter, Power of Attorney, proof of identity +
Payment

Question 5

types of customs inspections

Answer 5

Xray
Full inspection
visual inspection
food and beverage
sample inspection

Question 6

What type of risk cannot be loaded onto vessel?

Answer 6

Risk A

Question 7

House B/L

Answer 7

Issued by a freight forwarder or consolidation covering a single shipment, containing the names, addresses and specific description of the goods shipped.

Question 8

Master B/L

Answer 8

IIn case of consolidation, the Master Bill is the B/L of the carrier’s contract of carriage, split among House Bills, the consolidator’s contract of carriage with their clients.

Question 9

Telex Release

Answer 9

Electronic version of B/L, only need 1 copy signed & returned to MSC to release cargo
Also need payment

Question 10

Original B/L

Answer 10

Paper version of B/L, need all copies signed & returned + payment before release cargo

Question 11

customs examination fees are considered as ancillary charges

Answer 11

False