Is temporary storage after clearance a separate service from customs clearance?

It can be offered as an add-on by the same customs broker as part of an integrated solution (clearance, transport, storage), saving you the hassle of coordinating multiple providers.

What determines the right mode of transport after clearance?

The right transport mode depends on the size, weight, and nature of the goods (for example, whether refrigeration is needed) and the distance between the port and the final delivery destination.

Storage and Transport Tips After Customs Clearance

Your shipment’s journey doesn’t end the moment the customs release order is issued. The transport and storage stage is just as important as clearance itself in protecting your goods and keeping costs down. Here are the key tips for this stage.

1. Arrange Transport in Advance

Don’t wait for the release order to start looking for a truck or transport provider. Arrange it in parallel with the clearance process to avoid an extra day of port storage right after release.

2. Choose Transport Suited to Your Cargo

General cargo in containers: standard container transport trucks.
Goods requiring refrigeration: dedicated refrigerated trucks.
Heavy or oversized cargo: specialized lifting and transport equipment.

Matching transport to your cargo’s nature protects it from damage and avoids unexpected costs.

3. Use Temporary Storage When Needed

If your warehouse isn’t ready to receive the shipment immediately, licensed temporary storage gives you the breathing room to organize distribution and receiving without pressure or rush.

4. Verify the Cargo’s Condition on Receipt

When receiving the shipment from the port or warehouse, check it against the packing list for quantity and condition, and document any discrepancies immediately to simplify any follow-up with the carrier or insurer.

5. Plan the In-City Transport Route

Planning the route from the port to the final destination in advance — accounting for peak hours and any permits required for heavy cargo — reduces delivery time and overall cost.

Why Choose One Partner for Clearance, Transport, and Storage

When one trusted provider handles customs clearance, inland transport, and storage together, there’s less room for coordination gaps between multiple parties, and your shipment stays under continuous tracking from port arrival to final delivery.

At Fares Customs Clearance, we offer an integrated solution covering clearance, inland transport, and storage. Contact us to arrange transport and storage for your next shipment.