Every document an importer or exporter needs, explained in plain English. SARS forms, shipping documents, certificates of origin, and permits — with field-by-field guides and common mistakes to avoid.
Which documents do I need?
Answer a few questions and we'll show you a personalised document checklist.
1. Are you importing or exporting?
2. What transport mode?
3. Is the origin/destination a trade agreement country (EU, SADC, EFTA, AfCFTA)?
4. Does the shipment contain wood packaging (pallets, crates)?
5. Does it contain CITES-listed materials (ivory, rosewood, coral, animal skins)?
6. Is this a temporary import/export (exhibition, samples, equipment)?
Your document checklist:
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