Importer of Record

Elevate your IT and tech hardware imports seamlessly with our end-to-end Importer of Record solutions
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What Makes IOR Different?

International Trade Compliance

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Cover Over 70 Countries

Tailored IOR Solution

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Paying All Taxes and Duties

Countries Served

IOR Africa provides customers with Importer of Record services for their IT equipment in over 70 countries in Africa & the Middle East. You can see an interactive map displaying the locations where we can currently cover our compliance services not limited to Middle Eastern countries.
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Why Choose IOR Services?

To import tech goods, it’s necessary to have a legal entity in the source country or destination. An Importer of Record can assume this role by taking responsibility for import processes and all subsequent taxes until the delivery is fulfilled. Importers of Record are officially recognized by governments as part of a shipment transaction.

Importer Of Record Responsibilities

  • Categorizing and assessing goods before their importation.

  • Conducting a comprehensive examination of import processes.

  • Ensuring compliance with regulations of the importing countries.

  • Paying all duties in international trade.

  • Submitting detailed declarations to relevant governmental agencies.

  • Compiling necessary paperwork and documentation (including certifications, licenses, and permits).

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What Is The IOR Process?

How It Works

Pre-Shipment

  1. Ask you to provide the shipment information
  2. We check that the shipment adheres to the country’s standards and legislation
  3. We provide you with a quote that includes customs clearance, IOR fee, duties, and taxes
  4. Provide you with the list of documents that are required.

During The Shipping

We will keep you updated with the shipment status until it arrives in the destination country.

Post Shipping

  1. We submit all the paperwork to the Customs and Border Protection agency.
  2. We will pay all the required local fees: clearance, duties, and taxes.
  3. We will clear the shipment and deliver it to your final destination.

Frequently Asked Questions about Importer Of Record IOR

An IOR is a legal entity that holds importing licenses, takes on all import compliance responsibilities, and deals with legal matters. Honestly, handling all that risk isn’t something your business should stress about. That’s where IOR Africa, the reliable IOR service provider, steps in. A good IOR knows the nitty-gritty details of each country’s local laws and regulations and import permits. Luckily, IOR Africa is like the superhero of international hardware deployment, armed with years of trade compliance experience and a global presence.
In shipping terms, IOR stands for "Importer of Record." This designation implies the entity that holds the responsibility for ensuring compliance with import regulations, managing documentation, and taking on the legal obligations for the goods being brought into a specific country.
Typically, a freight forwarder does not act as an IOR. While freight forwarders facilitate the transportation of goods, the Importer of Record is the entity that takes on legal responsibilities and compliance obligations associated with the importation process.
An IOR plays a crucial role in managing the importation process. This entails handling compliance documentation, assuming legal liabilities, and ensuring the seamless entry of goods into the destination country.

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