GISTnet GISTnet Tips: 2 Mar 2006
GISTnet Tips: 2 Mar 2006

General:
Do you know when an ATA Carnet can be used and what the handling procedures
are? Find out in the GISTnet text
(http://www.gistnet.com/sub/text/2:k233.toc).

Exporters and Forwarders:
Nigeria is phasing out pre-shipment inspection. Refer to Nigeria in the
GISTnet Country Guides (http://www.gistnet.com/library/2/cidb/ng.html). 
There are currently major customs clearance delays in Nigeria (Vanguard
news article, http://allafrica.com/stories/200602170067.html).

Importers and Customs Brokers:
Check out "U.S. Customs Brokerage A-to-Z---Basic Customs Clearance &
Operational Procedures"
(http://www.gistnet.com/sub/text/56:customs_brokerage_a-to-z.toc),
where you will find a wealth of "how to" information, especially for the
those just getting started in the business. Also see our new online
jump-start courses for broker trainees
(http://www.gistnet.com/cgi-bin/syllabus/584.html and
http://www.gistnet.com/cgi-bin/syllabus/585.html).