Tag Archive for: Export

The World Trade Organization’s (WTO) Trade Profile 2023 report

If you are looking for a comprehensive reference on essential global trade statistics, the Trade Profiles, the WTO’s annual publication, is an excellent option to consider. We discuss it here.

What you need to know about export duty on scrap metal

South Africa levies export duty on scrap metal. Here’s what you need to know about compliance and payment of these export duties.

GUIDE TO: Completing EUR.1 certificates

If you are exporting to Europe you may offer your buyers reduced import duties with EUR.1 certificates. Read more in this guide.

GUIDE TO: VAT and Export

VAT and export is not always an easy call. Let’s look at when your foreign client should pay the VAT, and when you can zero rate an export.

GUIDE TO: Completing a clearing instruction form

A clearing agent may only act on behalf of their client if a formal clearing instruction has been issued. Let’s see how this works.

Export readiness checklist

Make sure you have everything in place for your shipment to arrive safely with our export readiness checklist.

GUIDE TO: Commercial invoices

The commercial invoice is a serious document in any import and export. Let’s look at what is required for it to be compliant.

GUIDE TO: Trade agreements and certificates of origin

Whether you import or export, knowing about and making use of trade agreements gives you the competitive edge. Learn more in this guide.

Exports: What documents do you need?

Here are the 4 main export documents that you’ll need to present to Customs authorities when exporting goods from South Africa.