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Seven questions to ask a customs broker (infographic)

How do you find a customs broker that’s right for you? Every broker essentially does the same thing – facilitates the clearance of your goods as they travel across the border – but every broker is different. Big and small, national or regional, different customs brokers have differing strengths and weaknesses.

Determining which one is right for you isn’t easy. That’s why we’ve created this handy visual guide to help you ask the right questions when you’re talking to a customs broker. By keeping these seven questions in mind, alongside your unique business goals, you’ll be prepared to find a broker who’ll act as a teammate and business partner.

We’ve also included four tips to help you make the most of your relationship with your broker.

Seven questions to ask a broker