{"id":335,"date":"2022-02-07T08:12:46","date_gmt":"2022-02-07T06:12:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/imsclients.co.za\/seabourne\/?page_id=335"},"modified":"2026-07-23T15:50:04","modified_gmt":"2026-07-23T13:50:04","slug":"customs-services","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/services\/customs-services\/","title":{"rendered":"Customs Services"},"content":{"rendered":"<!--themify_builder_content-->\n<div id=\"themify_builder_content-335\" data-postid=\"335\" class=\"themify_builder_content themify_builder_content-335 themify_builder tf_clear\">\n                    <div  data-css_id=\"1dpg266\" data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row headslide-ow fullwidth_row_container tb_1dpg266 tb_first tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_middle tb_col_count_2 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col4-2 tb_rvjh266 first\">\n                    <!-- module plain text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-plain-text tb_bhkx266 headingDivider\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n    <h1>Customs<span> Services<\/span><\/h1>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module plain text --><!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_sigm266   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Seabourne Logistics offers customs services in the Netherlands for international companies importing into or exporting from the EU. Our AEO-certified customs team handles import and export customs clearance by air, sea, road and rail, with offices in Rotterdam, Hoofddorp and Eindhoven directly linked to Dutch Customs. As an established customs broker, we treat clearance as part of your supply chain, not as a separate handover, so your goods clear the border on time, with predictable cost and compliance.<\/span><\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                    <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col4-2 tb_3rs2266 last\">\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row tb_hxh9755 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_2 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col4-2 tb_ld33755 first\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_2xwn755   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2713 Customs services tailored to your import and export volumes<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2713 AEO-certified team and direct Dutch Customs links for fast clearance<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2713 One partner for customs clearance, freight and warehousing<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                    <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col4-2 tb_togz755 last\">\n                    <!-- module buttons -->\n<div  class=\"module module-buttons tb_tjxj755 buttons-horizontal solid btn-redlin \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div class=\"module-buttons-item tf_in_flx\">\n                        <a href=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/contact-us\/\" class=\"ui builder_button tf_in_flx transparent\" >\n                                    <em><svg  class=\"tf_fa tf-ti-angle-right\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#tf-ti-angle-right\" xlink:href=\"#tf-ti-angle-right\"><\/use><\/svg><\/em>                                        Get in touch                                        <\/a>\n                <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"module-buttons-item tf_in_flx\">\n                        <a href=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/quote\/\" class=\"ui builder_button tf_in_flx transparent\" >\n                                    <em><svg  class=\"tf_fa tf-ti-angle-right\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#tf-ti-angle-right\" xlink:href=\"#tf-ti-angle-right\"><\/use><\/svg><\/em>                                        Request a quote                                         <\/a>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n<!-- \/module buttons -->\n        <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-css_id=\"yh2g378\" data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row headslide-ow fullwidth_row_container tb_yh2g378 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col-full tb_9hq4471 first\">\n                    <!-- module plain text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-plain-text tb_3d8i471 headingDivider\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n    <h2>Customs clearance built into your operation <\/h2>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module plain text -->        <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-css_id=\"j19f963\" data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row headslide-ow fullwidth_row_container tb_j19f963 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_middle tb_col_count_2 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col4-2 tb_bvbl963 first\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_3ngt963   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As an established customs broker with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/company\/business-locations\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">offices across 13 countries<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and 5 continents, we know clearance is most efficient when it sits inside your supply chain rather than alongside it. We work with importers, exporters, e-commerce businesses and project teams that ship through the Netherlands, handling classifications, declarations and authorisations as part of the same flow as their freight and warehousing. Our customs team consists of licensed, experienced brokers, so your classifications, declarations and authorisations stay in expert hands as your volumes and trade lanes shift.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Across every trade route and regime, our customs services are backed by 24\/7 support from approved customs brokers in AEO-certified offices that cover the world&#8217;s major trade lanes. We have handled customs for clients ranging from SMEs to listed multinationals, across imports from Asia, exports to the United States, intra-EU movements and the trade flows that emerged after Brexit.<\/span><\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                    <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col4-2 tb_mzkv963 last\">\n                    <!-- module video -->\n<div  class=\"module module-video tb_liy7963 video-top  \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n                    <div class=\"video-wrap-outer\">\n            <div class=\"video-wrap tf_rel tf_overflow\">\n                                    <noscript><iframe data-no-script src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/EUeC6uTQGVY?pip=1&#038;playsinline=1\" allow=\"accelerometer;encrypted-media;gyroscope;picture-in-picture;fullscreen\" class=\"tf_abs tf_w tf_h\"><\/iframe><\/noscript>\n                                <\/div>\n            <!-- \/video-wrap -->\n        <\/div>\n        <!-- \/video-wrap-outer -->\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-css_id=\"ateg367\" data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row headslide-ow fullwidth_row_container tb_ateg367 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col-full tb_by8q367 first\">\n                            <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_subrow themify_builder_sub_row tf_w col_align_top tb_col_count_2 tb_c0lk367\">\n                <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column sub_column col4-1 tb_g8ri367 first\">\n                    <!-- module plain text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-plain-text tb_eqqu367 \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-162\" src=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/wp-content\/uploads\/Red-arrow.svg\" alt=\"\" width=\"30px\" height=\"30px\">    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module plain text -->        <\/div>\n                    <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column sub_column col4-3 tb_tfyc367 last\">\n                    <!-- module plain text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-plain-text tb_4nsl367 \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n    <h2>Import and export customs clearance <\/h2>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module plain text --><!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_l4od367   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our customs services cover full clearance for goods entering and leaving the Netherlands, by air, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/services\/customs-services\/customs-clearance-rotterdam\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sea<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, road and rail. We prepare import and export declarations, manage origin and transit documentation, and use our AEO status to pre-clear shipments where possible, so goods move from carrier to consignee with minimal hold time at the border.<\/span><\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-css_id=\"f5tn664\" data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row headslide-ow fullwidth_row_container tb_f5tn664 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col-full tb_elgv664 first\">\n                            <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_subrow themify_builder_sub_row tf_w col_align_top tb_col_count_2 tb_af3y664\">\n                <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column sub_column col4-1 tb_q64x185 first\">\n                    <!-- module plain text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-plain-text tb_14wb185 \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-162\" src=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/wp-content\/uploads\/Red-arrow.svg\" alt=\"\" width=\"30px\" height=\"30px\">    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module plain text -->        <\/div>\n                    <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column sub_column col4-3 tb_7u17664 last\">\n                    <!-- module plain text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-plain-text tb_7pwk664 \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n    <h2>Customs documentation and classification<\/h2>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module plain text --><!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_5jw6664   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From HS classification to invoice legalisation, we prepare the paperwork that keeps shipments compliant. That includes EUR.1, ATR and CVO origin documents, T1 transit declarations, Certificates of Origin, and the detailed classifications that determine duty and VAT for your goods.<\/span><\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-css_id=\"x6w3627\" data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row headslide-ow fullwidth_row_container tb_x6w3627 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col-full tb_e89w627 first\">\n                            <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_subrow themify_builder_sub_row tf_w col_align_top tb_col_count_2 tb_bd6c627\">\n                <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column sub_column col4-1 tb_3zhn182 first\">\n                    <!-- module plain text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-plain-text tb_yiot182 \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-162\" src=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/wp-content\/uploads\/Red-arrow.svg\" alt=\"\" width=\"30px\" height=\"30px\">    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module plain text -->        <\/div>\n                    <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column sub_column col4-3 tb_zmoq627 last\">\n                    <!-- module plain text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-plain-text tb_lafb627 \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n    <h2>AEO-certified clearance and pre-arrival declarations<\/h2>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module plain text --><!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_52o3627   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Authorised Economic Operator status, granted by Dutch Customs, marks Seabourne as a trusted partner across all our customs offices. AEO clients benefit from fewer physical inspections, faster clearance, and the ability to use simplifications such as pre-arrival declarations and Remote Location Filing for goods declared from one site.<\/span><\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-css_id=\"dgbj622\" data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row headslide-ow fullwidth_row_container tb_dgbj622 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col-full tb_d36g622 first\">\n                            <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_subrow themify_builder_sub_row tf_w col_align_top tb_col_count_2 tb_oner622\">\n                <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column sub_column col4-1 tb_p9pu597 first\">\n                    <!-- module plain text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-plain-text tb_n7to597 \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-162\" src=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/wp-content\/uploads\/Red-arrow.svg\" alt=\"\" width=\"30px\" height=\"30px\">    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module plain text -->        <\/div>\n                    <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column sub_column col4-3 tb_94tp622 last\">\n                    <!-- module plain text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-plain-text tb_ih8i622 \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n    <h2>Compliance consultancy and training<\/h2>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module plain text --><!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_pys8622   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beyond day-to-day clearance, our customs services include compliance audits, import and export compliance training, and consultancy on classification, valuation and origin. We also support Brexit-affected trade flows and adapt your processes to keep declarations clean as regulations change.<\/span><\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-css_id=\"9xs8747\" data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row headslide-ow fullwidth_row_container tb_9xs8747 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col-full tb_7brn747 first\">\n                            <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_subrow themify_builder_sub_row tf_w col_align_top tb_col_count_2 tb_ca9x747\">\n                <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column sub_column col4-1 tb_jmyf179 first\">\n                    <!-- module plain text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-plain-text tb_u5im179 \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n    <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-162\" src=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/wp-content\/uploads\/Red-arrow.svg\" alt=\"\" width=\"30px\" height=\"30px\">    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module plain text -->        <\/div>\n                    <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column sub_column col4-3 tb_b1hv747 last\">\n                    <!-- module plain text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-plain-text tb_e5mo747 \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n    <h2>Fiscal representation in the Netherlands<\/h2>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module plain text --><!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_n8zf747   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For non-Dutch companies importing into the EU, fiscal representation lets you defer import VAT under Article 23 and operate without a Dutch entity. Together with our specialist partners, we provide full <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/services\/fiscal-representation\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fiscal representation<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> as part of our customs services.<\/span><\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row tb_0cw6802 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col-full tb_jyqt802 first\">\n                    <!-- module plain text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-plain-text tb_xi3t802 headingDivider\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n    <h2>Why choose Seabourne customs services <\/h2>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module plain text --><!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_yk2l802 svglist  \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AEO-certified customs department with licensed customs brokers<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tailored customs solutions, no standard packages<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Import and export clearance, including express courier and e-commerce flows<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strategic Netherlands locations: Hoofddorp, Rotterdam and Eindhoven\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Specialist partners for fiscal representation and Article 23 VAT<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">33 Seabourne offices across 13 countries on 5 continents<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Personal account management with transparent SLAs and 24\/7 support<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row tb_97go742 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col-full tb_uwv8742 first\">\n                    <!-- module plain text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-plain-text tb_qnfv742 headingDivider\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n    <h2>More than clearance: supporting customs services<\/h2>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module plain text --><!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_q6np742   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alongside day-to-day clearance, our customs services include the consultancy, simplifications and support that keep your operation efficient.<\/span><\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-css_id=\"r7f3136\" data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row row-overlay fullwidth_row_container tb_r7f3136 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_2 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col4-2 tb_42hy136 first\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_nc3g136 svglist  \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p>\u2713 <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remote Location Filing (RLF)<\/span><br \/>\u2713 <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Duty drawback and reconciliation<\/span><br \/>\u2713 <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Classification and value assistance<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\u2713 Dangerous goods documentation<br \/>\u2713 Brexit consultancy<br \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                    <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col4-2 tb_upm2136 last\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_16us136 svglist  \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p>\u2713 <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bonds and insurance services<\/span><br \/>\u2713 <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Paperless declarations<\/span><br \/>\u2713 <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Compliance audits and training<\/span><br \/>\u2713 <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Permit applications and temporary import\/export<br \/>\u2713 Import compliance consulting<br \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-css_id=\"h417453\" data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row headslide-ow fullwidth_row_container tb_h417453 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_middle tb_col_count_2 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col4-2 tb_5v8r453 first\">\n                    <!-- module plain text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-plain-text tb_xxha453 headingDivider\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n    <h2>The Netherlands as your customs gateway to Europe<\/h2>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module plain text --><!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_t9ul453   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Netherlands is one of Europe&#8217;s busiest customs gateways for goods entering and leaving the EU. Our customs services run from three strategic locations: Rotterdam near the Port of Rotterdam (Europe&#8217;s largest port), Hoofddorp near Amsterdam Schiphol (a key European air cargo hub) and Eindhoven in the high-tech corridor. From these gateways, we support imports from Asia, the United States and the United Kingdom, exports to global markets, and intra-EU movements where customs implications remain.<\/span><\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text --><!-- module buttons -->\n<div  class=\"module module-buttons tb_vr72684 buttons-horizontal solid btn-redlin \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div class=\"module-buttons-item tf_in_flx\">\n                        <a href=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/services\/customs-clearance-rotterdam\/\" class=\"ui builder_button tf_in_flx transparent\" >\n                                    <em><svg  class=\"tf_fa tf-ti-angle-right\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#tf-ti-angle-right\" xlink:href=\"#tf-ti-angle-right\"><\/use><\/svg><\/em>                                        Read more                                        <\/a>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n<!-- \/module buttons -->\n        <\/div>\n                    <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col-full tb_pjn2684 last\">\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-css_id=\"cbyx208\" data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row headslide-ow fullwidth_row_container tb_cbyx208 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col-full tb_65bk208 first\">\n                    <!-- module plain text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-plain-text tb_5b48208 headingDivider\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n    <h2>We watch every declaration through the system<\/h2>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module plain text --><!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_5i66208   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From the moment a declaration is filed, we monitor its progress through Dutch Customs and step in early when an entry is flagged for inspection, a classification is queried or a document is missing. Our team works with carriers, customs authorities and your shipper to resolve issues before they become delays, and your account manager keeps you informed without you having to chase.<\/span><\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-css_id=\"lvf6836\" data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row headslide-ow fullwidth_row_container tb_lvf6836 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col-full tb_smrb836 first\">\n                    <!-- module plain text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-plain-text tb_7o2s836 headingDivider\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n    <h2>Industries and shipments we know inside out<\/h2>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module plain text --><!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_9sjl836   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our customs services cover declarations across the sectors Seabourne supports every day: technology and electronics, industrial and manufacturing, pharma and healthcare (covered in full on our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/services\/pharma_healthcare_services\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pharma and healthcare transport<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> page), automotive, e-commerce and e-fulfilment, cosmetics and skincare, and dangerous goods. We also support the trade flows with the most customs complexity: post-Brexit UK movements, bonded transit under T1, regulated goods requiring permits, and project shipments needing bespoke documentation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Seabourne Logistics has been in international logistics since 1962, and today operates as part of The Santova Group&#8217;s global logistics network. Our customs services run from the Netherlands and cover every step from classification to border release: HS coding, declarations, origin paperwork, AEO simplifications and fiscal representation, while customs, freight and warehousing stay under one partner. That gives you one contract, fewer handovers and a supply chain that crosses borders on time.<\/span><\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row tb_vj9q17 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col-full tb_g0b517 first\">\n                    <!-- module plain text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-plain-text tb_mrv717 headingDivider\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n    <h2>We deliver. Worldwide. <span>Always.<\/span><\/h2>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module plain text -->        <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row tb_qb3e753 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_5 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col5-1 tb_kmd2753 first\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_d288753   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p><a href=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/services\/warehousing\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Warehousing &gt;<\/span><\/a><\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                    <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col5-1 tb_kvlk753\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_l6ce753   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p><a href=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/services\/e-fulfilment\/\">E-Fulfilment &gt;<\/a><\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                    <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col5-1 tb_422w753\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_yet6753   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p><a href=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/services\/courier-services\/\">Courier Services &gt;<\/a><\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                    <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col5-1 tb_s6zw753\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_rh97753   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p><a href=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/services\/freight-services\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Freight Services<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &gt;<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                    <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col5-1 tb_bdkf753 last\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_qjye753   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p><a href=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/services\/fiscal-representation\/\">Fiscal Representation &gt;<\/a><\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-css_id=\"w3wr557\" data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row headslide-ow fullwidth_row_container tb_w3wr557 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col-full tb_zv35557 first\">\n                    <!-- module plain text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-plain-text tb_oegi557 headingDivider\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n    <h2>Think it&#8217;s complicated?<\/h2>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module plain text --><!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_ixnm557   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go on. Set us a challenge. We will tell you how we solve it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text --><!-- module buttons -->\n<div  class=\"module module-buttons tb_x2wv557 buttons-horizontal solid btn-redlin \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div class=\"module-buttons-item tf_in_flx\">\n                        <a href=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/contact-us\/\" class=\"ui builder_button tf_in_flx transparent\" >\n                                    <em><svg  class=\"tf_fa tf-ti-angle-right\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#tf-ti-angle-right\" xlink:href=\"#tf-ti-angle-right\"><\/use><\/svg><\/em>                                        Contact our team                                        <\/a>\n                <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"module-buttons-item tf_in_flx\">\n                        <a href=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/quote\/\" class=\"ui builder_button tf_in_flx transparent\" >\n                                    <em><svg  class=\"tf_fa tf-ti-angle-right\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#tf-ti-angle-right\" xlink:href=\"#tf-ti-angle-right\"><\/use><\/svg><\/em>                                        Request a quote                                         <\/a>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n<!-- \/module buttons -->\n        <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row tb_ttvv836 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col-full tb_ku8n836 first\">\n                    <!-- module accordion -->\n<div  class=\"module module-accordion tb_a1ds836 \" data-behavior=\"toggle\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n    <h3 class=\"module-title\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h3>\n    <ul class=\"ui module-accordion   tb_default_color\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\">\n            <li itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n            <div class=\"accordion-title tf_rel\" itemprop=\"name\">\n                <a href=\"#acc-a1ds836-0\" class=\"tb_title_accordion\" aria-controls=\"acc-a1ds836-0-content\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n                                                            <span class=\"accordion-title-wrap\">What is the difference between a customs broker and a freight forwarder?<\/span>                <\/a>\n            <\/div><!-- .accordion-title -->\n            <div id=\"acc-a1ds836-0-content\" data-id=\"acc-a1ds836-0\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"accordion-content tf_hide tf_clearfix\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_subrow themify_builder_sub_row tf_w col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tb_02uq836\" itemprop=\"text\">\n                <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column sub_column tb_tzfb836 first\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_ehsm836   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The roles overlap: a customs broker handles clearance and compliance at the border, while a freight forwarder manages the transport and logistics of a shipment. Many providers, Seabourne included, do both. With our own AEO-certified customs team, your declarations, documentation and transport stay with one partner. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/services\/freight-services\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More on our freight services page<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div><!-- .accordion-content -->\n        <\/li>\n            <li itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n            <div class=\"accordion-title tf_rel\" itemprop=\"name\">\n                <a href=\"#acc-a1ds836-1\" class=\"tb_title_accordion\" aria-controls=\"acc-a1ds836-1-content\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n                                                            <span class=\"accordion-title-wrap\">What does AEO certification mean and why does it matter for customs clearance?<\/span>                <\/a>\n            <\/div><!-- .accordion-title -->\n            <div id=\"acc-a1ds836-1-content\" data-id=\"acc-a1ds836-1\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"accordion-content tf_hide tf_clearfix\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_subrow themify_builder_sub_row tf_w col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tb_xgxq836\" itemprop=\"text\">\n                <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column sub_column tb_2c0b836 first\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_m3go836   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AEO (Authorised Economic Operator) is a status granted by Dutch Customs to operators that meet strict criteria on financial standing, compliance and security. For your shipments, working with an AEO-certified customs broker means fewer physical inspections, faster clearance, and the ability to use simplifications such as pre-arrival declarations and Remote Location Filing.<\/span><\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div><!-- .accordion-content -->\n        <\/li>\n            <li itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n            <div class=\"accordion-title tf_rel\" itemprop=\"name\">\n                <a href=\"#acc-a1ds836-2\" class=\"tb_title_accordion\" aria-controls=\"acc-a1ds836-2-content\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n                                                            <span class=\"accordion-title-wrap\">What is the difference between direct and indirect customs representation?<\/span>                <\/a>\n            <\/div><!-- .accordion-title -->\n            <div id=\"acc-a1ds836-2-content\" data-id=\"acc-a1ds836-2\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"accordion-content tf_hide tf_clearfix\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_subrow themify_builder_sub_row tf_w col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tb_uynx836\" itemprop=\"text\">\n                <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column sub_column tb_k20g836 first\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_d8f9836   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Direct representation means the customs broker files declarations in your name and on your behalf, with your company on record as importer. Indirect representation means the broker files in their own name on your behalf, taking joint liability. Seabourne offers both and advises which fits your VAT, fiscal representation and risk preferences.<\/span><\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div><!-- .accordion-content -->\n        <\/li>\n            <li itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n            <div class=\"accordion-title tf_rel\" itemprop=\"name\">\n                <a href=\"#acc-a1ds836-3\" class=\"tb_title_accordion\" aria-controls=\"acc-a1ds836-3-content\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n                                                            <span class=\"accordion-title-wrap\">Does Seabourne handle customs clearance for all freight modes?<\/span>                <\/a>\n            <\/div><!-- .accordion-title -->\n            <div id=\"acc-a1ds836-3-content\" data-id=\"acc-a1ds836-3\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"accordion-content tf_hide tf_clearfix\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_subrow themify_builder_sub_row tf_w col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tb_27if836\" itemprop=\"text\">\n                <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column sub_column tb_vlud836 first\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_fi6d836   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes. We clear shipments arriving or leaving by air, sea, road and rail, including courier and e-commerce flows. Customs clearance is also integrated with our freight services when you book transport and clearance together, so declarations are prepared before the goods arrive.<\/span><\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div><!-- .accordion-content -->\n        <\/li>\n            <li itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n            <div class=\"accordion-title tf_rel\" itemprop=\"name\">\n                <a href=\"#acc-a1ds836-4\" class=\"tb_title_accordion\" aria-controls=\"acc-a1ds836-4-content\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n                                                            <span class=\"accordion-title-wrap\">Does Seabourne combine customs clearance with fiscal representation?<\/span>                <\/a>\n            <\/div><!-- .accordion-title -->\n            <div id=\"acc-a1ds836-4-content\" data-id=\"acc-a1ds836-4\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"accordion-content tf_hide tf_clearfix\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_subrow themify_builder_sub_row tf_w col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tb_djhq836\" itemprop=\"text\">\n                <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column sub_column tb_3uy7836 first\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_xiko836   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes. Together with our specialist partner Taxperience, we provide <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/services\/fiscal-representation\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fiscal representation<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for non-Dutch companies importing into the EU, including Article 23 VAT deferral. That lets you defer import VAT to your periodic return rather than paying it at the border, with customs clearance and VAT handled on the same timeline.<\/span><\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div><!-- .accordion-content -->\n        <\/li>\n            <li itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n            <div class=\"accordion-title tf_rel\" itemprop=\"name\">\n                <a href=\"#acc-a1ds836-5\" class=\"tb_title_accordion\" aria-controls=\"acc-a1ds836-5-content\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n                                                            <span class=\"accordion-title-wrap\">What documents does Seabourne need to clear my shipment?<\/span>                <\/a>\n            <\/div><!-- .accordion-title -->\n            <div id=\"acc-a1ds836-5-content\" data-id=\"acc-a1ds836-5\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"accordion-content tf_hide tf_clearfix\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_subrow themify_builder_sub_row tf_w col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tb_gjwx836\" itemprop=\"text\">\n                <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column sub_column tb_4qt9836 first\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_dx8a836   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For a standard import or export declaration, we typically need the commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading or airway bill, EORI number, and any origin documents (EUR.1, ATR, CVO) for preferential treatment. For specific cargo we may also need certificates such as health, dangerous goods, dual-use or import licences. Our team will confirm what applies to your shipment when you submit your details.<\/span><\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div><!-- .accordion-content -->\n        <\/li>\n            <li itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n            <div class=\"accordion-title tf_rel\" itemprop=\"name\">\n                <a href=\"#acc-a1ds836-6\" class=\"tb_title_accordion\" aria-controls=\"acc-a1ds836-6-content\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n                                                            <span class=\"accordion-title-wrap\">Where are Seabourne's customs offices in the Netherlands?<\/span>                <\/a>\n            <\/div><!-- .accordion-title -->\n            <div id=\"acc-a1ds836-6-content\" data-id=\"acc-a1ds836-6\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"accordion-content tf_hide tf_clearfix\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_subrow themify_builder_sub_row tf_w col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tb_cy16836\" itemprop=\"text\">\n                <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column sub_column tb_xfc6836 first\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_tzja836   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Seabourne&#8217;s NL customs operations run from Hoofddorp near Amsterdam Schiphol, Rotterdam near the Port of Rotterdam, and Eindhoven, with shared systems across the team. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/company\/business-locations\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">View our locations<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div><!-- .accordion-content -->\n        <\/li>\n            <li itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n            <div class=\"accordion-title tf_rel\" itemprop=\"name\">\n                <a href=\"#acc-a1ds836-7\" class=\"tb_title_accordion\" aria-controls=\"acc-a1ds836-7-content\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n                                                            <span class=\"accordion-title-wrap\">Can I combine customs with freight and warehousing under one partner?<\/span>                <\/a>\n            <\/div><!-- .accordion-title -->\n            <div id=\"acc-a1ds836-7-content\" data-id=\"acc-a1ds836-7\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"accordion-content tf_hide tf_clearfix\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_subrow themify_builder_sub_row tf_w col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tb_er6l836\" itemprop=\"text\">\n                <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column sub_column tb_x3k9836 first\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_dz88836   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes. Many clients combine our customs services with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/services\/freight-services\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">freight<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/services\/warehousing\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">warehousing<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and fiscal representation, so transport, clearance, storage and VAT all run on one contract with a single point of contact. That removes the handover gaps between customs and the rest of your supply chain.<\/span><\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div><!-- .accordion-content -->\n        <\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n\n<\/div><!-- \/module accordion -->        <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n<!--\/themify_builder_content-->\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":13,"featured_media":0,"parent":324,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-335","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry","has-post-title","has-post-date","has-post-category","has-post-tag","has-post-comment","has-post-author",""],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.2 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Customs services in the Netherlands | Seabourne NL<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"AEO-certified customs services in the Netherlands. 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Our AEO-certified customs team handles import and export customs clearance by air, sea, road and rail, with offices in Rotterdam, Hoofddorp and Eindhoven directly linked to Dutch Customs. As an established customs broker, we treat clearance as part of your supply chain, not as a separate handover, so your goods clear the border on time, with predictable cost and compliance.<\/p>\n<p>\u2713 Customs services tailored to your import and export volumes<\/p> <p>\u2713 AEO-certified team and direct Dutch Customs links for fast clearance<\/p> <p>\u2713 One partner for customs clearance, freight and warehousing<\/p> <p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/contact-us\/\" > <em><svg xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#tf-ti-angle-right\" xlink:href=\"#tf-ti-angle-right\"><\/use><\/svg><\/em> Get in touch <\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/quote\/\" > <em><svg xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#tf-ti-angle-right\" xlink:href=\"#tf-ti-angle-right\"><\/use><\/svg><\/em> Request a quote <\/a>\n<h2>Customs clearance built into your operation <\/h2>\n<p>As an established customs broker with <a href=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/company\/business-locations\/\">offices across 13 countries<\/a> and 5 continents, we know clearance is most efficient when it sits inside your supply chain rather than alongside it. We work with importers, exporters, e-commerce businesses and project teams that ship through the Netherlands, handling classifications, declarations and authorisations as part of the same flow as their freight and warehousing. Our customs team consists of licensed, experienced brokers, so your classifications, declarations and authorisations stay in expert hands as your volumes and trade lanes shift.<\/p> <p>Across every trade route and regime, our customs services are backed by 24\/7 support from approved customs brokers in AEO-certified offices that cover the world's major trade lanes. We have handled customs for clients ranging from SMEs to listed multinationals, across imports from Asia, exports to the United States, intra-EU movements and the trade flows that emerged after Brexit.<\/p>\n[embed]https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=EUeC6uTQGVY[\/embed]\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/wp-content\/uploads\/Red-arrow.svg\" alt=\"\" width=\"30px\" height=\"30px\">\n<h2>Import and export customs clearance <\/h2>\n<p>Our customs services cover full clearance for goods entering and leaving the Netherlands, by air, <a href=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/services\/customs-services\/customs-clearance-rotterdam\">sea<\/a>, road and rail. We prepare import and export declarations, manage origin and transit documentation, and use our AEO status to pre-clear shipments where possible, so goods move from carrier to consignee with minimal hold time at the border.<\/p>\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/wp-content\/uploads\/Red-arrow.svg\" alt=\"\" width=\"30px\" height=\"30px\">\n<h2>Customs documentation and classification<\/h2>\n<p>From HS classification to invoice legalisation, we prepare the paperwork that keeps shipments compliant. That includes EUR.1, ATR and CVO origin documents, T1 transit declarations, Certificates of Origin, and the detailed classifications that determine duty and VAT for your goods.<\/p>\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/wp-content\/uploads\/Red-arrow.svg\" alt=\"\" width=\"30px\" height=\"30px\">\n<h2>AEO-certified clearance and pre-arrival declarations<\/h2>\n<p>Authorised Economic Operator status, granted by Dutch Customs, marks Seabourne as a trusted partner across all our customs offices. AEO clients benefit from fewer physical inspections, faster clearance, and the ability to use simplifications such as pre-arrival declarations and Remote Location Filing for goods declared from one site.<\/p>\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/wp-content\/uploads\/Red-arrow.svg\" alt=\"\" width=\"30px\" height=\"30px\">\n<h2>Compliance consultancy and training<\/h2>\n<p>Beyond day-to-day clearance, our customs services include compliance audits, import and export compliance training, and consultancy on classification, valuation and origin. We also support Brexit-affected trade flows and adapt your processes to keep declarations clean as regulations change.<\/p>\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/wp-content\/uploads\/Red-arrow.svg\" alt=\"\" width=\"30px\" height=\"30px\">\n<h2>Fiscal representation in the Netherlands<\/h2>\n<p>For non-Dutch companies importing into the EU, fiscal representation lets you defer import VAT under Article 23 and operate without a Dutch entity. Together with our specialist partners, we provide full <a href=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/services\/fiscal-representation\/\">fiscal representation<\/a> as part of our customs services.<\/p>\n<h2>Why choose Seabourne customs services <\/h2>\n<ul> <li>AEO-certified customs department with licensed customs brokers<\/li> <li>Tailored customs solutions, no standard packages<\/li> <li>Import and export clearance, including express courier and e-commerce flows<\/li> <li>Strategic Netherlands locations: Hoofddorp, Rotterdam and Eindhoven\u00a0<\/li> <li>Specialist partners for fiscal representation and Article 23 VAT<\/li> <li>33 Seabourne offices across 13 countries on 5 continents<\/li> <li>Personal account management with transparent SLAs and 24\/7 support<\/li> <\/ul>\n<h2>More than clearance: supporting customs services<\/h2>\n<p>Alongside day-to-day clearance, our customs services include the consultancy, simplifications and support that keep your operation efficient.<\/p>\n<p>\u2713 Remote Location Filing (RLF)<br \/>\u2713 Duty drawback and reconciliation<br \/>\u2713 Classification and value assistance<br \/>\u2713 Dangerous goods documentation<br \/>\u2713 Brexit consultancy<br \/><\/p> <p>\u00a0<\/p> <p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u2713 Bonds and insurance services<br \/>\u2713 Paperless declarations<br \/>\u2713 Compliance audits and training<br \/>\u2713 Permit applications and temporary import\/export<br \/>\u2713 Import compliance consulting<br \/><\/p> <p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2>The Netherlands as your customs gateway to Europe<\/h2>\n<p>The Netherlands is one of Europe's busiest customs gateways for goods entering and leaving the EU. Our customs services run from three strategic locations: Rotterdam near the Port of Rotterdam (Europe's largest port), Hoofddorp near Amsterdam Schiphol (a key European air cargo hub) and Eindhoven in the high-tech corridor. From these gateways, we support imports from Asia, the United States and the United Kingdom, exports to global markets, and intra-EU movements where customs implications remain.<\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/services\/customs-clearance-rotterdam\/\" > <em><svg xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#tf-ti-angle-right\" xlink:href=\"#tf-ti-angle-right\"><\/use><\/svg><\/em> Read more <\/a>\n<h2>We watch every declaration through the system<\/h2>\n<p>From the moment a declaration is filed, we monitor its progress through Dutch Customs and step in early when an entry is flagged for inspection, a classification is queried or a document is missing. Our team works with carriers, customs authorities and your shipper to resolve issues before they become delays, and your account manager keeps you informed without you having to chase.<\/p>\n<h2>Industries and shipments we know inside out<\/h2>\n<p>Our customs services cover declarations across the sectors Seabourne supports every day: technology and electronics, industrial and manufacturing, pharma and healthcare (covered in full on our <a href=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/services\/pharma_healthcare_services\/\">pharma and healthcare transport<\/a> page), automotive, e-commerce and e-fulfilment, cosmetics and skincare, and dangerous goods. We also support the trade flows with the most customs complexity: post-Brexit UK movements, bonded transit under T1, regulated goods requiring permits, and project shipments needing bespoke documentation.<\/p> <p>\u00a0<\/p> <p>Seabourne Logistics has been in international logistics since 1962, and today operates as part of The Santova Group's global logistics network. Our customs services run from the Netherlands and cover every step from classification to border release: HS coding, declarations, origin paperwork, AEO simplifications and fiscal representation, while customs, freight and warehousing stay under one partner. That gives you one contract, fewer handovers and a supply chain that crosses borders on time.<\/p>\n<h2>We deliver. Worldwide. Always.<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/services\/warehousing\/\">Warehousing &gt;<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/services\/e-fulfilment\/\">E-Fulfilment &gt;<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/services\/courier-services\/\">Courier Services &gt;<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/services\/freight-services\/\">Freight Services<\/a> &gt;<\/p> <p>\u00a0<\/p> <p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/services\/fiscal-representation\/\">Fiscal Representation &gt;<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Think it's complicated?<\/h2>\n<p>Go on. Set us a challenge. We will tell you how we solve it.<\/p> <p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/contact-us\/\" > <em><svg xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#tf-ti-angle-right\" xlink:href=\"#tf-ti-angle-right\"><\/use><\/svg><\/em> Contact our team <\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/quote\/\" > <em><svg xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#tf-ti-angle-right\" xlink:href=\"#tf-ti-angle-right\"><\/use><\/svg><\/em> Request a quote <\/a>\n<h3>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h3><ul><li><h4>What is the difference between a customs broker and a freight forwarder?<\/h4><p>The roles overlap: a customs broker handles clearance and compliance at the border, while a freight forwarder manages the transport and logistics of a shipment. Many providers, Seabourne included, do both. With our own AEO-certified customs team, your declarations, documentation and transport stay with one partner. <a href=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/services\/freight-services\/\">More on our freight services page<\/a>.<\/p><\/li><li><h4>What does AEO certification mean and why does it matter for customs clearance?<\/h4><p>AEO (Authorised Economic Operator) is a status granted by Dutch Customs to operators that meet strict criteria on financial standing, compliance and security. For your shipments, working with an AEO-certified customs broker means fewer physical inspections, faster clearance, and the ability to use simplifications such as pre-arrival declarations and Remote Location Filing.<\/p><\/li><li><h4>What is the difference between direct and indirect customs representation?<\/h4><p>Direct representation means the customs broker files declarations in your name and on your behalf, with your company on record as importer. Indirect representation means the broker files in their own name on your behalf, taking joint liability. Seabourne offers both and advises which fits your VAT, fiscal representation and risk preferences.<\/p><\/li><li><h4>Does Seabourne handle customs clearance for all freight modes?<\/h4><p>Yes. We clear shipments arriving or leaving by air, sea, road and rail, including courier and e-commerce flows. Customs clearance is also integrated with our freight services when you book transport and clearance together, so declarations are prepared before the goods arrive.<\/p><\/li><li><h4>Does Seabourne combine customs clearance with fiscal representation?<\/h4><p>Yes. Together with our specialist partner Taxperience, we provide <a href=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/services\/fiscal-representation\/\">fiscal representation<\/a> for non-Dutch companies importing into the EU, including Article 23 VAT deferral. That lets you defer import VAT to your periodic return rather than paying it at the border, with customs clearance and VAT handled on the same timeline.<\/p><\/li><li><h4>What documents does Seabourne need to clear my shipment?<\/h4><p>For a standard import or export declaration, we typically need the commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading or airway bill, EORI number, and any origin documents (EUR.1, ATR, CVO) for preferential treatment. For specific cargo we may also need certificates such as health, dangerous goods, dual-use or import licences. Our team will confirm what applies to your shipment when you submit your details.<\/p><\/li><li><h4>Where are Seabourne's customs offices in the Netherlands?<\/h4><p>Seabourne's NL customs operations run from Hoofddorp near Amsterdam Schiphol, Rotterdam near the Port of Rotterdam, and Eindhoven, with shared systems across the team. <a href=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/company\/business-locations\/\">View our locations<\/a>.<\/p><\/li><li><h4>Can I combine customs with freight and warehousing under one partner?<\/h4><p>Yes. Many clients combine our customs services with <a href=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/services\/freight-services\/\">freight<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/services\/warehousing\/\">warehousing<\/a> and fiscal representation, so transport, clearance, storage and VAT all run on one contract with a single point of contact. That removes the handover gaps between customs and the rest of your supply chain.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\n<p>The roles overlap: a customs broker handles clearance and compliance at the border, while a freight forwarder manages the transport and logistics of a shipment. Many providers, Seabourne included, do both. With our own AEO-certified customs team, your declarations, documentation and transport stay with one partner. <a href=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/services\/freight-services\/\">More on our freight services page<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>AEO (Authorised Economic Operator) is a status granted by Dutch Customs to operators that meet strict criteria on financial standing, compliance and security. For your shipments, working with an AEO-certified customs broker means fewer physical inspections, faster clearance, and the ability to use simplifications such as pre-arrival declarations and Remote Location Filing.<\/p>\n<p>Direct representation means the customs broker files declarations in your name and on your behalf, with your company on record as importer. Indirect representation means the broker files in their own name on your behalf, taking joint liability. Seabourne offers both and advises which fits your VAT, fiscal representation and risk preferences.<\/p>\n<p>Yes. We clear shipments arriving or leaving by air, sea, road and rail, including courier and e-commerce flows. Customs clearance is also integrated with our freight services when you book transport and clearance together, so declarations are prepared before the goods arrive.<\/p>\n<p>Yes. Together with our specialist partner Taxperience, we provide <a href=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/services\/fiscal-representation\/\">fiscal representation<\/a> for non-Dutch companies importing into the EU, including Article 23 VAT deferral. That lets you defer import VAT to your periodic return rather than paying it at the border, with customs clearance and VAT handled on the same timeline.<\/p>\n<p>For a standard import or export declaration, we typically need the commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading or airway bill, EORI number, and any origin documents (EUR.1, ATR, CVO) for preferential treatment. For specific cargo we may also need certificates such as health, dangerous goods, dual-use or import licences. Our team will confirm what applies to your shipment when you submit your details.<\/p>\n<p>Seabourne's NL customs operations run from Hoofddorp near Amsterdam Schiphol, Rotterdam near the Port of Rotterdam, and Eindhoven, with shared systems across the team. <a href=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/company\/business-locations\/\">View our locations<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Yes. Many clients combine our customs services with <a href=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/services\/freight-services\/\">freight<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/seabournelogistics.com\/nl-en\/services\/warehousing\/\">warehousing<\/a> and fiscal representation, so transport, clearance, storage and VAT all run on one contract with a single point of contact. 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