Question

state the functions of clearing and forwarding agents

Answer 1

Clearing and forwarding agents are a link between the owners of goods and owners of means of transport. They help the cargo owners in the efficient movement of goods to the buyers by completing some procedural and documentary formalities. They are experts and knowledgeable in laws and regulations governing shipment of goods through the customs authorities as well as in commercial practices, especially the ones concerning transport. Since they are in constant touch with various government officials, they keep themselves abreast with the developments in the field of their activity.