Customs Clearance,Handled For You
Professional customs brokers manage your entire import clearance process. ISF filing, CBP entry, duty calculation, and government agency compliance all handled from your Gateway dashboard.
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Why Gateway for Customs Clearance
Professional customs brokerage integrated directly into your shipping workflow. No separate portals, no phone tag with brokers.
Digital Milestone Tracking
Track every step of your clearance in real time. From document review through ISF filing, entry submission, and CBP release, see exactly where your shipment stands in your Gateway dashboard.
Transparent, Flat-Rate Pricing
No hidden fees or surprise charges. Flat brokerage rates for ocean and air shipments. Duties, taxes, and government fees clearly itemized before you approve.
Full Compliance, Every Time
Professional customs brokers handle all CBP filings, Partner Government Agency requirements (FDA, USDA, EPA, DOT), ISF submissions, and bonding. Stay compliant without the complexity.
How It Works
Your customs clearance follows a clear, trackable process from document submission to cargo release.
Document Review
Upload your commercial invoice, packing list, and bill of lading. Your broker reviews all documents for accuracy and completeness before filing.
ISF & Entry Filing
Importer Security Filing (ISF 10+2) is submitted to CBP within required timelines. Your customs entry is prepared with correct HS code classification and duty calculations.
CBP Processing & PGA Clearance
Your entry is submitted to Customs and Border Protection. If your cargo requires Partner Government Agency review (FDA, USDA, etc.), those filings are handled simultaneously.
Release & Delivery
Once CBP releases your cargo, you are notified instantly in your dashboard. Your shipment proceeds to final delivery with all documentation archived for your records.
Real-time milestone tracking in your dashboard
Transparent Pricing
Flat-rate brokerage fees by shipment mode. Government duties and taxes are calculated based on your specific cargo and filed on your behalf.
Ocean Freight Clearance
Full import clearance for FCL and LCL ocean shipments. Door-to-door and port-to-port coverage at all U.S. ports of entry.
Air Freight Clearance
Expedited customs clearance for air cargo at all major U.S. airports.
Customs Broker Fees
| ISF Filing (10+2) | $35.00 |
| ISF Bond | $90.00 |
| Annual Customs Bond | $450.00 |
| Single Entry Bond | $5 per $1,000 (min $40) + $35 prep |
| PGA Filing (per agency) | $35.00 |
| Additional HTS Classification | $3.50 each |
| Additional Invoice | $15.00 |
| Disbursement Fee | 5% of duty/MPF/payables |
| Prior Notice (if required) | $35.00 |
| Payment of Freight/Warehouse | $25.00 + disbursement |
Paid directly to customs broker (COD)
Gateway Service Fees
| Customs Coordination Fee | $75.00 |
| ISF Filing Fee | $35.00 |
| AMS Filing (per B/L) | $35.00 |
Included in your Gateway invoice
Government Fees (Collected by CBP)
| Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF) | 0.3464% of value |
| Harbor Maintenance Fee (HMF, ocean only) | 0.125% of value |
| Import Duties | Varies by HS code |
Duties and taxes are determined by cargo classification (HS code), country of origin, and applicable trade agreements. Exact amounts calculated during entry preparation.
Partner Government Agency Compliance
Many imported goods require clearance from government agencies beyond CBP. We handle all PGA filings for you.
FDA
Food & Drug Administration
USDA
Agriculture Department
EPA
Environmental Protection
DOT
Dept. of Transportation
FCC
Communications Commission
TTB
Alcohol & Tobacco
Clearance at All U.S. Ports
Full customs brokerage coverage at every U.S. port of entry and airport.
Los Angeles / Long Beach
New York / Newark
Savannah
Houston
Miami
Seattle / Tacoma
Charleston
Norfolk / Virginia
JFK Airport
Chicago O'Hare
LAX Airport
All Other U.S. Ports
Built Into Your Dashboard
Everything you need for customs clearance is integrated directly into your Gateway account.
HTS Code Lookup
Search the full Harmonized Tariff Schedule to find the correct classification for your goods.
Landed Cost Estimator
Calculate total import costs including duties, taxes, fees, and freight before your shipment arrives.
Document Management
Upload, store, and manage all customs documents in one place. Commercial invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin.
Compliance Dashboard
Monitor all active entries, track clearance status, and view historical filing records from a single dashboard.
Duty & Tax Calculator
Real-time duty calculations based on HS code, country of origin, and applicable trade agreements or tariff programs.
Filing History & Records
Complete archive of all customs entries, ISF filings, and PGA submissions. Always available for audits or reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about customs clearance and brokerage services
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Professional customs brokerage at every U.S. port. Transparent pricing, real-time tracking, full compliance.