Customs Clearance
Expert customs brokerage and clearance services for imports and exports.
Detailed Service Scope
International customs clearance is one of the most complex and high-stakes stages of global trade. A misclassified HS code, missing compliance document, or regulatory oversight can result in cargo being held at the border, significant financial penalties, and damaged business relationships. Inter Logistics A.Ş. operates an in-house team of licensed customs brokers and international trade compliance specialists who manage customs declarations across all major Turkish customs offices with speed, accuracy, and regulatory confidence.
**AEO (Authorized Economic Operator) Status**
Inter Logistics A.Ş. holds AEO (Authorized Economic Operator) status — the Turkish equivalent of YYS (Yetkilendirilmiş Yükümlü Statüsü), granted by Turkey's Ministry of Trade. AEO-certified operators benefit from: - Green lane / priority clearance at customs points - Reduced physical inspection frequency - Lower guarantee requirements - Expedited clearance turnaround times
Our clients automatically benefit from these AEO advantages when we process their declarations.
**Import Customs Clearance**
For goods entering Turkey, we manage: customs value determination, HS code (tariff) classification, import duty and VAT calculations, processing of inward processing regime (IPR / DİR) applications, conformity assessment coordination (CE, TSE, Ministry permits), and final release to free circulation.
**Export Customs Clearance**
For exports from Turkey, we prepare: Electronic Export Declaration (EXS), EUR.1 and A.TR movement certificates, Certificate of Origin (Form A), preferential tariff documentation for trade agreement partners, and VAT refund process coordination.
**Transit Customs**
For cargo transiting Turkey or transiting third countries, we manage T1/T2 transit declarations, TIR carnet issuance, and ATA carnet for temporary admissions.
**HS Code Classification & Duty Optimization**
Accurate HS (Harmonized System) classification is foundational to customs compliance and cost optimization. Our specialists classify your products at the 12-digit GTİP level (Turkey's extended HS code system), identifying applicable duty rates, trade agreement preferences, anti-dumping measures, and VAT status. Proper classification also protects you from retroactive audits.
**Trade Compliance Advisory**
Beyond individual shipments, we advise clients on Turkey's evolving customs legislation (Turkish Customs Code No. 4458), EU customs union implications, import licensing requirements, and export control regulations.
For Turkish-language customs services, visit www.interlojistik.com.
Capabilities & Features
Frequently Asked Questions
Q:What is AEO status and how does it benefit my shipments?
AEO (Authorized Economic Operator) is a certification by Turkey's Ministry of Trade recognizing Inter Logistics as a trusted, compliant logistics operator. Benefits include priority (green lane) customs processing, fewer physical inspections, reduced financial guarantees, and faster overall clearance — directly benefiting your supply chain velocity.
Q:What is an HS code and why does it matter?
An HS (Harmonized System) code is a globally standardized 6–12 digit number that classifies every traded product. The code determines the import duty rate, applicable trade agreement preferences, anti-dumping measures, and import licensing requirements. Incorrect classification can trigger penalties and delays.
Q:How long does customs clearance take in Turkey?
With our AEO status, routine import and export declarations are typically processed within 24–48 hours. Shipments requiring conformity assessment (CE, TSE certifications) or physical inspection may take 3–7 business days.
Q:Can you handle customs clearance at seaports and airports?
Yes. We operate at Mersin, Ambarlı (Istanbul), Gemlik, and Iskenderun seaports, and at Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gökçen International Airport. Our customs brokers are licensed at all major Turkish customs directorates.
