Customs clearance from Ibrahim Logistics: Import and export customs clearance at every sea port, dry port, airport and border crossing of Pakistan.
Customs clearance is where most shipments lose time and money: a wrong HS code, a missing certificate or a late Goods Declaration can keep a container at the terminal for days while demurrage and detention grow. Our licensed clearing team files your GD correctly the first time and follows it until the release order.
We clear imports and exports at Karachi Port, Port Qasim, Gwadar, all major dry ports (Lahore, Sialkot, Faisalabad, Multan, Islamabad, Peshawar, Quetta, Hyderabad), the airports and the Torkham and Chaman borders.
What our customs clearance service covers
- HS code classification and duty / tax calculation before the cargo arrives
- Goods Declaration (GD) filing on WeBOC / Pakistan Single Window
- Examination, assessment and payment of duties
- Release order, terminal delivery and transport to your warehouse
- Export clearance, form E / EFS and rebate documents
- Clearance of personal effects, project cargo and transit cargo
Customs clearance – how it works
- Share the invoice, packing list and bill of lading (or airway bill)
- We check the HS codes, duties and any regulatory requirements
- GD is filed and duties are paid on your instruction
- Customs assessment and, if selected, physical examination
- Release order and gate-out from the terminal
- Delivery to your warehouse or factory
Documents you will need
- Commercial invoice and packing list
- Bill of lading or airway bill
- NTN and sales tax registration
- Import licence / permits for regulated goods
- Certificate of origin (for FTA duty benefits)
- Insurance certificate and LC / bank documents where applicable
Tips to save time and cost
- Send documents before the vessel arrives so the GD can be filed on day one.
- Keep HS codes consistent across invoice, packing list and previous shipments.
- Check permits (DRAP, PSQCA, plant protection) before the supplier ships, not after.
- Keep the certificate of origin ready to claim FTA duty rates.
What affects the cost of customs clearance
- Duties and taxes – customs duty, sales tax, income tax and other levies, paid to the government.
- Clearing charges – our fee for filing and following the GD.
- Terminal and port charges – handling, storage and examination charges.
- Shipping line charges – delivery order and container deposit or detention.
- Transport – from the terminal to your premises.
- Permits and tests – only for regulated goods.
Every quotation from us lists these items separately, so you can compare like with like.
Key terms explained
- GD
- Goods Declaration – the customs declaration for imports or exports.
- WeBOC / PSW
- The customs online system and the Pakistan Single Window used to file GDs and permits.
- IGM
- Import general manifest – the list of cargo on the vessel, lodged on arrival.
- HS code
- The tariff code that decides duty rates and any permits.
- Release order
- The customs permission that lets the cargo leave the terminal.
Ports and countries we cover
We work at every sea port and major dry port of Pakistan:
- Karachi Port
- Port Qasim
- Gwadar Port
- Lahore Dry Port
- Sialkot Dry Port
- Faisalabad Dry Port
- Multan Dry Port
- Islamabad Dry Port
- Peshawar Dry Port
- Quetta Dry Port
- Hyderabad Dry Port
Popular trade lanes:
- China to Pakistan
- UAE to Pakistan
- Pakistan to USA
- Pakistan to UK
- Pakistan to Germany
- Pakistan to Saudi Arabia
See all sea ports and dry ports and worldwide shipping lanes.
Why shippers choose Ibrahim Logistics
- All ports, one team – Karachi Port, Port Qasim, Gwadar, every major dry port and the Afghan border.
- Every shipping line – we compare carriers for each shipment instead of selling one line.
- Offices in Karachi, Lahore and Islamabad – documents and examinations handled by our own staff.
- Clear quotations – freight, local charges and clearance listed separately, no hidden extras.
- WhatsApp updates – status from booking to delivery, without chasing.
For a rate, call 0300 3364422 or send the details on WhatsApp – commodity, weight or volume, origin and destination – or use our online quote form. We reply the same working day.
Related services
Choose Ibrahim Logistics for customs clearance: one coordinator, every major shipping line and our own staff at the ports and dry ports. Ask for customs clearance rates on WhatsApp – we reply the same working day.
Customs clearance – FAQs
How long does customs clearance take in Pakistan?
A green-channel GD can be cleared within a day of arrival. If customs selects the GD for examination it usually takes 2–4 working days. Correct documents are the biggest factor.
Can you calculate duties before my cargo is shipped?
Yes – send the invoice and product details and we give you the HS code and an estimate of customs duty, sales tax and other levies.
Do you clear cargo at dry ports?
Yes, at all major dry ports. The container moves from the sea port under bond and is cleared close to your factory.
What happens if my GD is stuck?
We find the reason – assessment, valuation, missing document – and resolve it with the customs officer, keeping demurrage to a minimum.