When planning to directly declare goods into the bonded area in the import operation process

When planning to directly declare goods into the bonded area in the import operation process, pay close attention to the goods' arrival time at the port. This detail is crucial, directly affecting the smooth progress of customs declaration and subsequent costs. The bonded area has clear regulations on the declaration time. If the customs declaration is not carried out within 14 days after the goods arrive at the port, they can no longer enter the bonded area and must be imported through general trade with duties paid. Moreover, at many ports, if the declaration is overdue for more than 14 days, customs brokers usually refuse to handle such businesses, as it impacts their and the customs' performance assessment. Regular import companies usually have a sound logistics tracking system to know the arrival time in advance and prepare for customs declaration to ensure a smooth process.