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 Customs Clearing & Forwarding (C&F) Services Proposal

Executive Summary

In international trade and supply chain management, cross-border logistics requires precision, strict regulatory compliance, and seamless execution. Ayesha Corporation delivers end-to-end Customs Clearing & Forwarding (C&F) services designed to streamline import operations at Chittagong Port.
We bridge the gap between global vendors, port authorities, customs entities, and your destination facility. By managing complex documentation, duty assessments, port logistics, and final-mile transport, we ensure your cargo moves through regulatory checkpoints with zero friction and optimal time efficiency.

Core Competencies & Service Scope

[ Overseas Shipment ] 
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│              CHITTAGONG PORT ARRIVAL                     
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│ 1. REGULATORY COMPLIANCE & CUSTOMS CLEARANCE             
│    • HS Code Verification & Bill of Entry Filing         
│    • Regulatory Assessment & Permit Approvals            
│    • Physical Cargo Inspection Management                
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│ 2. DUTY, TAX & FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT                      
│    • Precision Duty & Tariff Calculations                
│    • Direct Customs Payment Settlement                   
│    • Demurrage & Detention Cost Mitigation               
└───────────────────────────────────────   ──────────────────┘
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│ 3. PORT HANDLING & VESSEL DISCHARGE                                                                          
│    • Port Authority & Yard Operations Coordination       
│    • Container & Bulk Cargo Clearance                    
│    • Port Terminal Charge Settlement                      
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│ 4. INTEGRATED DOOR-TO-DOOR LOGISTICS                     
│    • Secure Inland Transport Allocation                  
│    • Real-Time Transit Monitoring                        
│    • On-Site Offloading & Final Destination Delivery    
└──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘

1. Customs Documentation & Regulatory Compliance

  • Bill of Entry Processing: Preparation and electronic submission of Bills of Entry via ASYCUDA World to ensure immediate processing upon vessel discharge.
  • Tariff Classification & Compliance: Precise Harmonized System (HS) Code mapping to guarantee regulatory compliance and eliminate unnecessary valuation disputes.
  • Statutory Approvals: Seamless coordination with statutory bodies (e.g., BSTI, Plant Quarantine, Radiation Control) to obtain mandatory release certificates.
  • Physical Inspection Management: Professional oversight during customs physical audits, sampling, and verification procedures at port yards.

2. Financial Management, Duty & Tax Settlement

  • Accurate Duty Computation: Advanced evaluation of customs tariffs, Supplementary Duty (SD), Value Added Tax (VAT), and Advance Tax (AT) to avoid misdeclarations.
  • Payment Facilitation: Streamlined settlement of customs duties, taxes, and port charges through official channels to prevent payment bottlenecks.
  • Demurrage & Storage Mitigation: Rapid processing protocols engineered to eliminate unnecessary demurrage, detention, and port storage charges.

3. Port Operations & Terminal Handling

  • Port Authority Coordination: Direct operational engagement with Chittagong Port Authority (CPA) and off-dock Inland Container Depots (ICDs).
  • Cargo Discharge & Unloading: Systematic monitoring of containerized (FCL/LCL) and breakbulk cargo handling at vessel discharge and terminal yards.
  • Gate Pass & Release Documentation: Expedited issuance of port clearance notes, gate passes, and delivery orders.

4. Integrated Door-to-Door Freight Logistics

  • Dedicated Fleet Deployment: Provision of specialized transport fleets—including prime movers, covered vans, flatbeds, and heavy-duty trailers tailored to specific cargo profiles.
  • Inland Transit Management: Secure, insured transit from Chittagong Port directly to factory premises, distribution centers, or designated project sites nationwide.
  • Final Mile Execution: Complete cargo delivery verification, container de-stuffing support, and on-time handoff at your facility’s doorstep.

Service Delivery Matrix

Operational Phase Key Responsibilities Strategic Benefit
Pre-Arrival Document Audit (Invoice, LC, BL, Packing List), Pre-Filing Identifies documentation errors early to prevent clearance delays.
Port Arrival ASYCUDA Submission, Physical Inspection, Assessment Minimizes dwell time at the port terminals.
Clearance & Tax Duty Assessment, Payment Processing, Customs Release Ensures full regulatory compliance and zero financial penalties.
Final Logistics Cargo Discharge, Fleet Dispatch, Door-to-Door Delivery Guarantees safe, direct, and predictable delivery to your site.

Why Partner with Ayesha Corporation?

  • Single-Source Accountability: A unified point of contact managing the entire pipeline from berth to building.
  • Time-Critical Execution: Accelerated processing frameworks designed to minimize turnaround times and protect supply chain continuity.
  • Transparency & Governance: Strict adherence to statutory frameworks, providing full visibility over costs, duties, and operational milestones.
  • Versatile Handling Capability: Equipt to handle diverse cargo categories, including commercial merchandise, raw materials, industrial machinery, and specialized project equipment.