Remote Location Filing (RLF) is a relatively new
program offered by Customs that enables Samuel Shapiro & Company,
Inc. to electronically file Customs clearance on behalf of our
customers in ports other than where we are domiciled. As a result,
our customers benefit from consistent and uniform entry processing,
which can reduce overall costs.
Additional benefits:
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Provides one point of contact
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Simplifies Customs record keeping
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Improves compliance with Customs matters
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Reduces Customs entry transaction fees
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Reduces clearance time through Customs
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Provides for more consistent cargo processing
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Cuts communication costs
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Reduces courier expenses
Remote Location Filing is simple.
Shapiro will transmit to ABI all appropriate electronic
information including special requirements relating to the Customs
approved RLF port of entry. Once the RLF entry is transmitted,
Shapiro will receive the essential electronic releases from Customs
as well as other government agencies. In essence, our customers have
access to their cargo, in many instances, a week earlier than cargo
processed by traditional methods.
If you are interested in learning more about Remote Location
Filing or to see if your company qualifies, please contact our
Compliance Team at
compliance@shapiro.com.
