Import Export
The import or export sector can be rather complicated and confusing if you don’t have the right information. Entrepreneur explains all of the basics and more for being successful in the import or export sector. Find out more about complying with international standards and regulations, getting through customs, exchange control and payment options, permits and understanding the different roles in the import and export process. Find out whether your business is ready to import or export and what the necessary steps are for getting your business off the ground.
Do You Need An Import Export License?
One of the most frequent questions clients ask me is, “When do I need an import export license?”. Many clients...
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4 Simple Ways To Sell Your Products Internationally
Are you looking to sell your products internationally? As a South African manufacturer or distributor, there are several avenues you...
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Want To Start An Import Business – Here Are The Importing Terms And Documents Involved
An informative guide to understanding the terms, tariffs and documents involved with importing.
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Watch Out For These Trade Nightmares
Take the following safety measures to ensure you do not end up in an unmanageable mess.
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Minimising The Risk Of Trade
The “how-to –be- an- entrepreneur” handbooks are full of tips and advice to teach new business enthusiasts helpful tricks for...
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How To Make The Most Of The Falling Rand By Exporting
The Rand is currently at its lowest point in history and analysts are not optimistic about it strengthening in the...
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How to Accurately Cost an Imported Product
Not all costs are shown in the final quote, so make sure you know what to look for and calculate...
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Freight Quotes: How to Interpret and Compare Them
All freight quotes can be broken down into the following basic sections.
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5 Worst International Trade Nightmares to Avoid
Below are 5 common costly mistakes regularly made by international traders, make sure it does not happen to you.
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4 Ways to Source Quality Products for Imports
Below are four ways to source a good quality product and therefore make it significantly easier to achieve success in...
Read moreHow do I know whether my product is export-ready?
Your product has to tick several boxes before you can consider exporting it.
Read moreHow do I verify foreign suppliers?
Do your homework to reduce the likelihood that you’ll end up out of pocket.
Read moreWhat insurance does an importer or exporter need to take out?
Being under-insured can cost you dearly in the long run.
Read moreHow do I get my goods from point A to point B safely?
Proper planning and being organised are key to the successful import/export of goods.
Read moreShould I export overseas?
Expanding too quickly can disadvantage your local operations.
Read moreIs it better to import clothing from outside of SA or to buy clothing manufactured locally?
Is it better to import clothing or use locally manufactured clothing?
Read moreI want to start my own clothing shop. What documents do I need to import clothing and where do I apply?
Starting a clothing store in South Africa and how to register your new company.
Read moreIs it possible to import products yourself via extra baggage from overseas?
Exporting on a small scale.
Read moreI would like to start an import business. What steps do I take in order to do this?
How to get started in the import sector.
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Import Payment Options & Exchange Control
To pay for your goods, you will need to access foreign exchange.
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