Logistics Glossary

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Carrier Certificate and Release Order

What is a Carrier Certificate and Release Order?

A “Carrier Certificate and Release Order” is one of the customs clearance documents. These contain some crucial information about the shipment and are used as a means of verification by Customs Authorities.

Important Characteristics of a Carrier Certificate and Release Order

Ownership Verification: It records that the party whose name is mentioned in the document, more likely than not, the consignee or cargo owner has legal ownership of the goods.

Customs Clearance: It simplifies the clearing of customs because all the information pertaining to the shipment is made available to the customs officials to ensure that the cargo does not get delayed or entangled in any issues while moving through customs.

Role of Carrier: The carrier, in this document, confirms that the available information is correct and that the consignee is authorized to receive the goods.

The importance of Carrier’s Certificate and Release Order

Reduces and Expediates Clearances at Customs: This paper minimizes the potential and unavoidable delays when clearing customs.

Verification: It is a declaration of ownership by the cargo owner and to whom his cargo is shipped so that no unauthorized party can access your shipment.

As a conclusion, the Carrier Certificate and Release Order plays a fundamental role in an effective and efficient function of government, it assures that the custody verification is accurate and hassle-free shipment handling.

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