The end of the year is the time when shopping demand increases, especially for consumer goods such as clothes, electronics, household appliances, etc. Therefore, this is also the time when importing goods is boiling. However, to import goods at the end of the year smoothly, shippers need to note the following:
1. Plan to import goods early
Planning to import goods early will help shippers be proactive in ordering, transporting and clearing goods. This will help limit the risk of goods arriving late, lacking or not meeting customer needs.
When planning to import goods, shippers need to clearly identify the following information:
- Type of goods to import
- Quantity of goods to import
- Commodity prices
- Time needed to import goods
- Shipping method
2. Choose a reputable supplier
Choosing a reputable supplier is an important factor that determines the quality and progress of importing goods. Shippers should carefully research the supplier, considering factors such as:
- Supplier's reputation
- Quality goods
- Commodity prices
- Delivery time
- Warranty and return policy
3. Check the goods carefully before receiving
When the goods arrive in Vietnam, the owner needs to carefully check the goods before receiving them. This helps ensure that goods are not damaged, missing or not as ordered.
Shippers need to check the following information:
- Quantity of goods
- Condition of goods
- Goods packaging
- Accompanying documents
4. Quick customs clearance
Customs procedures are one of the most important procedures when importing goods. Shippers need to prepare all necessary documents and submit them on time to avoid penalties.
Necessary documents when completing customs procedures include:
- Customs declaration
- Sale contract
- Commercial invoice
- bill of lading
- Certificate of Origin (C/O)
- Quarantine certificate (C/Q)
5. Strengthen warehouse management
At the end of the year, the need to store goods increases. Therefore, shippers need to strengthen warehouse management to ensure goods are stored safely and according to regulations.
Shippers need to take the following measures to effectively manage warehouses:
- Arrange goods scientifically and neatly
- Check goods periodically
- There are fire and explosion prevention measures
6. Prepare resources
To import goods at the end of the year smoothly, shippers need to prepare human, financial and transportation resources. Shippers need to ensure they have enough human resources to handle procedures for importing, transporting and storing goods. In addition, shippers also need to prepare enough financial resources to pay suppliers, shipping costs and other incurred costs.
Complying with the above notes will help shippers import goods at the end of the year smoothly and effectively.
Below are some tips to help shippers import goods at the end of the year more smoothly:
- Proactively cooperate with transport and logistics units to get the best support.
- Closely monitor the market situation to have an appropriate import plan.
- Learn about state preferential policies to reduce import costs.
Hopefully the information that MDCT Logistics has just shared above has brought useful information to you. Currently, we are one of the best logistics service providers. Thanks to that, it will help you complete import and export procedures professionally and quickly. Please contact us today to receive the best support! Hotline: 0865 763 169 Wishing importers success!
