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Clear Customs Fast — Bypassing Port Delays and Demurrage Penalties

Import & Export Licenses

Independent Agency Notice: Famouz Consultants is a private commercial firm providing corporate administration and business advisory services. We are not a government agency, nor are we affiliated with CIPC, SARS, or any state department. Official government services can be accessed directly at cipc.co.za and sars.gov.za.

Import & Export Licensing in South Africa

The Fastest Path to Commercial Operations in South Africa

Moving commercial goods across South African borders—via sea, air, rail, or road border posts—requires statutory registration with SARS Customs & Excise under the Customs and Excise Act 91 of 1964. Without an active Customs Client Code linked to your entity, freight forwarders and clearing agents cannot submit Bills of Entry (SAD 500), resulting in detained shipments, costly port storage fees, and severe supply chain halts.

Famouz Consultants handles end-to-end SARS Customs client registrations (Form DA 185) and specialized International Trade Administration Commission (ITAC) permit filings. We ensure your company is fully accredited for international trade across SADC, AfCFTA, European, and global markets.

Comprehensive Customs & Licensing Solutions

SARS Customs Importer Code: Mandatory client registration for South African entities bringing commercial goods into the country.

SARS Customs Exporter Code: Mandatory client registration for entities shipping commercial products out of South Africa.

Combined Import & Export Code: Simultaneous dual registration pack to minimize administrative delays and setup costs.

ITAC Import & Export Permits: Specialized authorization for restricted, controlled, second-hand, or scrap commodities.

Trade Agreement Accreditation: Registrations for preferential tariff schemes including SADC, AfCFTA, SACU/EFTA, and AGOA.

Service Tier Overview

Import & Export Sub-Pages & Guides

Navigate our specialized compliance guides below for detailed document lists, trade rules, and step-by-step procedures:

Import License Requirements — Complete checklist of SARS FICA, banking, and company documents needed for importer registration.

Export License Requirements — Mandatory criteria for obtaining an exporter code and qualifying for regional trade agreements (AfCFTA, SADC).

Application Process — Detailed step-by-step workflow from document audit to official SARS RLA code activation.

Import & Export FAQ — Common questions regarding foreign directors, code expiry, ITAC vs SARS rules, and clearing procedures.

Our 4-Step Registration Workflow

[1. Document Audit] ──> [2. Form DA 185 Preparation] ──> [3. SARS RLA Lodgement] ──> [4. Code Activation]

Document Verification: We pre-audit your CIPC certificates, director IDs, bank confirmation letters, and proof of address to ensure zero SARS FICA rejections.

Form & Annexure Drafting: Preparation of core Form DA 185 alongside specific annexures (DA 185.4A1 for Importers / DA 185.4A2 for Exporters).

SARS RLA System Lodgement: Submission through the electronic Registration, Licensing, and Accreditation portal or direct branch interface.

Code Delivery: Issuance of your official Customs Client Code, fully linked to your SARS eFiling profile.

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