Importing or exporting goods is about much more than moving them from point A to point B. Every international transaction raises its share of questions: Which mode of transportation should you choose? What duties and taxes apply? What documents does the destination country require? Is your product eligible for a free trade agreement? At DOLBEC INTERNATIONAL, we believe the best solutions always start with a good conversation.
Why start with a discussion?
No two companies have exactly the same needs. The nature of your goods, your markets, your volumes, your timelines and your risk tolerance directly influence how your operations should be organized. Rather than offering you a one-size-fits-all solution, our experts take the time to understand your reality. This initial discussion quickly identifies the priority issues, potential savings and risks to avoid.
What we review together
During our discussions, we review your international activities, including:
- Your products: their tariff classification, origin and any specific requirements that may apply to them (permits, standards, inspections);
- Your goods flows: origins, destinations, shipping frequency and modes of transportation used;
- Your documentation: commercial invoices, certificates of origin, letters of credit and other documents required by the authorities;
- Your costs: transportation costs, customs duties, taxes and insurance;
- Your compliance: your current practices and areas for improvement before a potential audit.
Solutions tailored to your business
Based on this overview, we recommend the services that truly meet your needs. This may include entrusting your customs clearance to our brokers, organizing your international or North American shipments, protecting your goods with suitable cargo insurance, having our specialists prepare your documents or training your teams. You can use just one of these services or entrust us with all of your international logistics.
The benefits of personalized support
Working with a partner who knows your business well offers several concrete advantages:
- goods that cross borders more quickly;
- duties and taxes calculated correctly, with no overpayment;
- less risk of penalties and border holds;
- a single point of contact who knows your file;
- more time to focus on growing your business.
What happens during an initial meeting?
Simply contact us by phone or through the contact form. A member of our team will ask you a few questions about your activities and objectives, then arrange a meeting with the expert best suited to answer your questions. To make the discussion as useful as possible, feel free to prepare a few documents, such as a recent commercial invoice or a description of your main products.
Let’s discuss your project
Whether you are taking your first steps internationally or looking to optimize well-established operations, our experts are here to help. For 60 years, DOLBEC INTERNATIONAL has been supporting local businesses in their dealings with the world. Contact us to discuss your needs.