Efficient Customs Clearing for Full Container Loads (FCLs)

Full Container Loads (FCLs) arriving at Dampier Port are subject to specific timelines and procedures. The Pilbara Ports Authority generally allows three [3] free calendar days for FCLs to remain on-site before storage fees are imposed. Our top priority is to pre-clear your cargo, often days or weeks before it arrives at Dampier. Doing so, we help you avoid unnecessary storage costs and keep your operations running smoothly.

When FCLs arrive without prior customs clearance, our team works around the clock. We liaise promptly with the Australian Border Force (ABF) and the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF) to expedite the customs clearance, minimising delays and additional costs.

Avoid Shipping Container Rent Costs

Beyond storage fees, importers also face rent (or detention) charges for shipping containers. Shipping companies typically provide seven [7] free calendar days from the vessel’s arrival before these charges apply. At Dampier Port Customs Brokers™, we aim to clear your cargo in advance to prevent these costs from accumulating. If pre-clearance isn’t possible, our dedicated team will act swiftly to ensure the FCL is cleared through ABF and DAFF as soon as possible.