Customs Broker Israel

MC Cargo & Logistics has customs brokerage license and provides consultation on standardization and import licenses.

An Experienced and Professional Customs Broker in Israel

Need customs brokerage in Israel? We got you covered.

We perform a profitability check, provides counseling, guiding and professional information, as needed;

representation and coordination between all the various factors in the process and customs laws –until the goods are received.

The service is provided by a certified and experienced customs broker.

This parameter guarantees significant time and cost saving throughout the supply chain.

The company’s experience in the field and accompanying dozens of organizations, companies, importers and exporters, allows clients to enjoy industry connections along with direct communication with the various parties in the logistics chain, both in Israel and worldwide.

All of these help the team complete the import and/or export process with great professionalism and to the satisfaction of our clients.

The service is provided as part of a variety of logistics solutions in the fields of shipping, in which the company specializes, and include services in the field of ocean and air freight, and complete, end-to-end supply chain management.

The solutions and services we provide in the field of customs brokerage:

Feasibility study before starting the procedure, while providing professional consulting on all the costs involved in the supply chain,
in order to get the entire picture and costs in advance.
Handling import/export licenses, including submitting the approvals necessary for the release of the goods in the fastest way possible.
Consulting and providing preliminary professional information regarding customs laws,
in order to avoid delays and violations of tax laws, entailing fines.
Calculation of all costs involved in the supply chain, including taxation, freight rate, transportation and more.
Comprehensive handling of goods from the moment they are received at the various ports,
including customs clearance and transferring them to the client’s warehouses.
Assistance and promotion of everything regarding the issuance of necessary approvals in the import process,
such as approvals from the Standards Institution, the Ministry of Economy, the Ministry of Health, etc.

MC Cargo is customs brokerage certified and accompanies its clients, step by step, in order to avoid critical mistakes that may cause delays and high payments, which were not taken into account.

Alongside these, the company works with online computer systems, updating the client on their file status via these systems.

Customs brokerage is done only with an authorized company with a customs brokerage license!

What a customs broker does for you

Classifies your products in the customs tariff, which sets the duty rate
Files the import declaration and pays the taxes on your behalf
Checks in advance which approvals your product needs
Works with the shipping line, the port or airport terminal and the authorities until release

MC Cargo & Logistics holds customs broker licence no. 31161, and handles shipping and customs under one roof.

How duties and taxes are calculated

Customs duty on the CIF value: the goods plus shipping and insurance to Israel, at the rate set by the product’s classification.
Purchase tax on some products only, calculated on the CIF value plus the duty.
VAT of 18% on the total.

A detailed explanation of how customs duties are calculated

Trade agreements and certificates of origin

Goods from countries Israel has a trade agreement with, such as the EU, the UK or the US, can enter with reduced or zero duty, provided there is a valid certificate of origin. Israel has no free trade agreement with China, so Chinese goods pay the full rate for their classification. That is why correct classification matters so much.

Standards and import approvals

Electrical goods, toys, food, baby products and other regulated items need approval before release. Under the reform known as “what is good for Europe is good for Israel”, many products that meet the European standard can enter with an importer’s declaration instead of a lab test in Israel. We check which route fits your product before you order.

Documents you will need

Commercial invoice with an exact product description, quantity and price
Packing list: number of packages, contents, weights and dimensions
Bill of lading (sea) or air waybill (air)
Certificate of origin, when the goods come from a country Israel has a trade agreement with, such as the EU, the UK or the US. It can reduce or remove the duty
Standards approval or import licence, for regulated products

Common mistakes that delay release

Documents that do not match: a different weight or quantity on the invoice, the packing list and the bill of lading.
Vague product descriptions: “parts” or “accessories” cannot be classified and hold up the declaration.
Approvals not prepared: the goods wait at the port while storage charges run.
Missing certificate of origin: you pay full duty even when a trade agreement could have reduced it.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a customs broker to import into Israel?

The law allows importers to file the declaration themselves, but most work with a licensed customs broker. Classification, standards and the customs systems take experience, and one mistake can mean a delay or extra tax.

Do you handle personal imports too?

Yes, including personal belongings when moving to Israel. Transporting personal belongings

Do you also arrange the shipping?

Yes. We arrange ocean freight and air freight, so shipping and customs stay with one team.

How do I know the final cost before I order?

Send us the product details and the supplier’s offer, and we will give you a breakdown of freight, duty, VAT and fees. Request a quote

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Our Solutions, Your Gain

Precise Solutions

The company tailors the exact solution to each client and builds a stable, long-term delivery strategy.

Safety

With over two decades of experience, clients enjoy stable communication and know they always have someone they can count on!

Efficiency

Quick response to any issue, while shortening times, improving customer service and streamlining the supply chain.

Affordability

The company has close ties with ports and suppliers from all over the world, enabling clients to significantly save on costs.

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