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Deferment Fee

This is the cost for having your freight forwarder/customs broker pay the Duty and VAT to the customs authorities on your behalf, before billing it to you directly.

Deferment Fee

This is the cost for having your freight forwarder/customs broker pay the Duty and VAT to the customs authorities on your behalf, before billing it to you directly. It is often calculated as a percentage of the amount of Duty and VAT paid.

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