Documentation

2 Lessons

$85

Key Import Documents

Functions of a bill of lading
Commercial invoice requirements and information for entry summary
Personal and household goods documentation

2 Lessons

$85

Basics of Air Waybills

Basics of air waybills
Preparation and issuance of air waybills
Review of air waybill functions

5 Lessons

$95

Air Waybill Information Fields

Air Waybill Information Fields
Correct input into an air waybill
Distribution of air waybills

5 Lessons

$95

U.S. Domestic Bill of Lading (Using Text)

Understand the fundamental role and functions of the Bill of Lading (BOL) in both inbound and outbound logistics.
Optimize logistics operations by effectively managing and utilizing the Bill of Lading.
Navigate regulatory and compliance requirements associated with the Bill of Lading, including potential issues that can arise from incorrect usage.

4 Lessons

$95

U.S. Domestic Bill of Lading (Using Video)

Understand the fundamental role and functions of the Bill of Lading (BOL) in both inbound and outbound logistics.
Optimize logistics operations by effectively managing and utilizing the Bill of Lading.
Navigate regulatory and compliance requirements associated with the Bill of Lading, including potential issues that can arise from incorrect usage.

2 Lessons

$85

Import-Export Documents for DG, Animals, Plants, & Other Related Factors

Why destination country officials may order the arriving transportation conveyance not to unload a shipment that arrives without required product-based documentation.
The two types of documents that destination country customs authorities will require for clearance of dangerous goods
Why an exporter and its forwarder should not rely solely on the importer informing as to what product-based import requirements are required for the exporter’s product in the destination country

3 Lessons

$85

Shipper’s Export Declaration (SED) and Electronic Export Information (EEI)

Determine when EEI filing is required under FTR, including license-controlled and special exports.
Identify EEI filing exemptions and understand when they do not apply.
Apply filing rules for shipments involving BIS, DDTC, DEA, NRC, and high-risk destinations.
Differentiate AES Exemption vs. Exclusion Legends and apply them correctly.
Interpret value-based EEI exemptions and aggregation rules for frequent shippers.
Identify EEI exemptions for personal effects, household goods, and miscellaneous shipments.
Explain USPPI responsibilities and provisions for routed exports under 15 CFR 758.3.
Classify items with the CCL and identify correct ECCNs for licensing and EEI.
Summarize EEI confidentiality rules and penalties for unauthorized disclosure.

1 Lessons

$85

Cargo Insurance and Trade Finance Documentation

Understand the forwarder’s role in managing cargo risk
Understand a forwarder’s responsibilities when providing services involving foreign collection for the value of goods being shipped.
Understand the procedures for documentary and letter of credit transactions

2 Lessons

$85

Basics of Certificates of Origin

The two purposes of a certificate of origin
How country of origin of a product is determined, and unavoidable complexity that sometimes arises
How rules of origin vary based on the destination country and whether a free trade agreement exists between the origin and destination countries

4 Lessons

$95

Letters of Credit and Foreign Collection Documentation

Understand the role of letters of credit in ocean shipments, including the importance of consistent cargo descriptions and timely B/L dates.
Recognize the impact of payment terms, letter of credit requirements, and documentary drafts on routing, carrier selection, and bill of lading instructions.
Learn the rules and best practices for the distribution of shipping documents, ensuring timely delivery to relevant parties, including under letters of credit and documentary drafts.
Know the responsibilities of a forwarder in distributing shipping documents, including customs clearance and document distribution for shipments under ATA carnets.
Understand the options and record-keeping requirements for the physical distribution of shipping documents, including collections made through carriers or documentary draft collections.

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Key Import Documents

Basics of Air Waybills

Air Waybill Information Fields

U.S. Domestic Bill of Lading (Using Text)

U.S. Domestic Bill of Lading (Using Video)

Import-Export Documents for DG, Animals, Plants, & Other Related Factors

Shipper’s Export Declaration (SED) and Electronic Export Information (EEI)

Cargo Insurance and Trade Finance Documentation

Basics of Certificates of Origin

Letters of Credit and Foreign Collection Documentation

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