Will AI replace Customs Brokers?

Oh, absolutely.

Time left: 3 years and 5 months · Group: Business and Financial Operations

The official job description

Prepare customs documentation and ensure that shipments meet all applicable laws to facilitate the import and export of goods. Determine and track duties and taxes payable and process payments on behalf of client. Sign documents under a power of attorney. Represent clients in meetings with customs officials and apply for duty refunds and tariff reclassifications. Coordinate transportation and storage of imported goods.

Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor, used under CC BY 4.0.

What customs brokers do all day (for now)

Sign documents on behalf of clients, using powers of attorney.
Provide advice on transportation options, types of carriers, or shipping routes.
Post bonds for the products being imported or assist clients in obtaining bonds.
Insure cargo against loss, damage, or pilferage.
Obtain line releases for frequent shippers of low-risk commodities, high-volume entries, or multiple-container loads.
Contract with freight forwarders for destination services.

Also known as

Air Export Agent, Air Export Operations Agent, Air Import Agent, Boarding Agent, Cargo Agent, Cargo Broker, Cargo Office Agent, Corporate Licensed Broker

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