Frequently Asked Questions
Why Use A Customs Broker ?
Constant changes in government rules and regulations require constant monitoring. It is too expensive and time consuming for importers / exporters to monitor all these changes. At Beagans Limited individual expert attention is ensured and our dedicated team will calculate duty/taxes and liaise with Customs to ensure the speedy and hassle free clearance of your goods.What do I do next on receiving commercial documents from an overseas supplier ?
You should forward copy of all these documents to clearance@beagans.com where we access potential VAT / duties, confirm arrival date and provide you with the necessary backup information in order to have the consignment cleared through customs procedures immediately on arrival.What duties and taxes are payable and am I paying the right amount ?
Unless exempt or zero rated for duty, most goods are subject to duty and taxes - in order to determine the applicable duties & VAT payable you as importer must determine the tariff classification - Beagans Limited can assist you in this process and indeed help prepare documents needed to apply for BTI (Binding Tarriff) from Revenue Classification section where required. There may be other taxes such as excise duty, anti-dumping duties or countervailing duties.What is a HS number ?
HS is short for Harmonised System - every product has a 10 digit harmonised code based on standards set by the World Trade Organisation which allows for classification of any products.How can a Customs Broker clear goods at any port, airport or parcel post location in the country ?
The days are long gone whereby a clearance agent had to have a physical presence at the local Customs office.The advent of DTI (Direct Trader Input) and AEP (Automated Entry Processing) has allowed Beagans Limited to clear goods electronically via the Internet after arrival at any landing station within Ireland.
Additional Questions?
If you require information on any of our services or customs requirements, please complete the fields below.A member of our team will be in touch, if you require further contact. Certain products are restricted by quotas and legislation sometimes on a product to product basis.
