Import & Export Licensing

Expand Your Enterprise with Official SARS Import & Export Customs Clearance

  • Planning to source goods internationally, sell products across African borders, or trade globally? In South Africa, any individual or juristic entity importing or exporting goods with a value exceeding R2,500 must be officially registered with the South African Revenue Service (SARS) Customs and Excise division.
  • Without an active **SARS Customs Trader Identification Code** (commonly referred to as an Import/Export License), your shipments will be held, delayed, or rejected at border posts, airports, and sea ports by clearing agents and freight forwarders.
  • Famouz Consultants provides end-to-end administrative assistance to prepare, verify, and submit your DA 185 customs application, eliminating document rejections and ensuring seamless cross-border trade readiness.

Obtain your official SARS Customs Trader Identification Code for legal cross-border trading. Complete administrative preparation, DA 185 filing, document verification, and SARS eFiling submission. Fast, reliable, and compliant setup for importers and exporters in South Africa.

 

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What Is Included in This Service Package?

  • Complete DA 185 & DA 185.4A Application Preparation:** Professional compilation of all required SARS Customs & Excise application forms.
  • Document Verification & FICA Alignment:** Upfront audit of your CIPC company certificates, bank confirmation letters, utility bills, and director IDs to ensure zero SARS queries.
  • SARS eFiling Customs Registration & Licensing Submission:** Uploading and managing your application directly via the SARS Customs Trader Portal.
  • Trade Agreement Add-ons (SADC / AfCFTA / AGOA Support):** Consultation and documentation support if your business requires exporter registration under specific preferential trade agreements.
  • Delivery of Unique Customs Client Number:** Direct delivery of your active SARS Customs Trader Code upon successful issuance.

Required Supporting Documentation

To process your SARS Customs Registration without delay, you will need to provide:
  1. Certified copy of Director/Shareholder South African ID or Passport.
  2. Official CIPC Company Registration Documents (COR14.3 / CK1).
  3.  Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN.
  4. Original Bank Letter confirming active corporate banking details (not older than 3 months).
  5. Proof of Business Physical Address (Municipal utility bill or lease agreement).
  6. Proof of Contact Details (Telkom or Cellphone account statement).

Why Choose Famouz Consultants for Your Customs Registration?

  • 100% Document Approval Strategy:** We audit your banking details and address proof against strict SARS Customs guidelines prior to submission to prevent administrative holds.
  • Turnkey Support for Local & Foreign Directors:** Expert guidance on appointing registered local agents if your business has non-resident directorship.
  • Fast Administrative Processing:** Get your customs code submitted and tracked through official channels with complete transparency.
 

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