By Trade Compliance Consulting
Who is a Customs broker? "Customs broker” means a person who is licensed under the relevant code of federal regulations to transact customs business on behalf of others. According to Customs and Border Protection (CBP), the eligibility requirements to become a Licensed Customs Broker are: be a United States citizen at least 21 years old. not be a current Federal Government employee. possess good moral character. As a result, there is no requirement for a degree to become a Licensed Customs Broker, and there are no minimum qualifications. Qualifications in a related field such as supply chain management, logistics, business management, or accounting, on the other hand, are likely to be beneficial in gaining a deeper grasp of import compliance regulations and procedures, which could lead to improved job performance. Additionally, certain businesses, but not all, may prefer or require their employees to hold a bachelor's degree as a minimum qualification. However, a degree is not required to become a Licensed Customs Broker, and there are likely to be plenty of chances for duly licenced brokers to perform customs business whether or not they have a degree. While having the bare necessary qualifications can help someone break into the customs brokerage industry, genuine job performance and experience are more significant in the long run.
