Importer Of Record Service In Qatar
Qatar is a small country in the Gulf region with a booming economy. Since the time oil and gas reserves were found in Qatar it has become the country`s core export. As you know IT and Telecom sector is booming everywhere in the world. Qatar is no different, IT and Telecom companies from around the world are moving in fast and closing the competition gap in the country. Tech companies around the globe are finding their way into the country to gain more market share each year.
If you are an IT, Telecom, or tech service provider by importing your products to Qatar you can have a better competitive advantage and better market share. This is easier said than done because importing tech hardware in Qatar is a bit tricky and we are going to explain it to you in detail.
Requirement For Importing Goods to Qatar
Before you start reaching out and establishing your business footprints in Qatar, there are rules and regulations that you should consider. Qatar’s government is very strict when it comes to imports and importer is bound to acquire all the necessary certification while importing. We at AGOL Worldwide Inc provide extensive Importer of Record (IOR) service in Qatar. We can become your logistics partner and help solve all your import-related issues.
CRA Certificate
To Import IT Equipment in Qatar, CRA certification is mandatory. CRA (Communication Regulatory Authority) is the governing body that falls under the government of Qatar. Licensed operator, international manufacturer, or authorized importer in Qatar who wants to import IT and Telecom goods can apply for Type Approval. CRA issues the Type Approval after confirming that the equipment falls under the standards approved by the government.
CB Test report, MEC Test Report, and Declaration of Conformity are mandatory documents that should be submitted to CRA for Type Approval.
Customs Declaration
When starting the customs clearance process, a customs declaration form is required, which is signed and stamped by the customs authorities in Qatar. This requirement is applied to all imports and exports in Qatar.
Bill Of Lading
Bill of lading proves that the cargo has been handed over to the carrier in good condition. It is another requirement for import in Qatar. This can be acquired from the carrier itself.
Certificate Of Origin
COO or certificate of origin is one of the most important documents that is needed when importing to Qatar. As a matter of fact, this document is needed for imports in every gulf country. COO holds significant importance in international trade. As the name suggests this document tells us the origin of the equipment.
Performa Invoice
Required by the customs Performa invoice states all the details about the equipment being imported to the country. It has all the necessary information like equipment details, quantity, and price of each item being shipped. This requirement is to be fulfilled prior to moving the goods.
Letter Of Credit
Apart from the Type Approval, a Letter Of Credit is the most important document that is required to fulfil the import and export process in Qatar. Letter Of Credit is a requirement that is specifically required by the Central Bank of Qatar. We can say that the letter of credit is a letter of assurance from the Central Bank of Qatar to allow import and export in Qatar.
In Qatar, the import process is quite simple yet somehow sophisticated. There are some requirements that are to be fulfilled before starting the import process, and some are to be fulfilled after the goods have reached the country. Every carton should have a “made in” label clearly mentioning the country of origin. These should match the labels on the equipment inside the boxes.
Why Choose AGOL Worldwide Inc
Being an IOR Service provider, AGOL Worldwide Inc can assist you through the whole import process in Qatar. From pre-import compliance requirements to last-mile delivery, we guarantee a hassle-free import process in Qatar.
We at AGOL Worldwide Inc have been providing IOR Services to tech companies around the globe. Our partner network is in 120+ countries and we provide uninterrupted 24/7/365 support.
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