What is a customs import specialist and how to become one

Key steps to become a customs import specialist

1. Explore customs import specialist education requirements

   Most common customs import specialist degrees

   Bachelor's

   61.2 %

   Associate

   20.4 %

   High School Diploma

   12.2 %

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2. Start to develop specific customs import specialist skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Government Agencies	16.81%
   Invoice	11.79%
   Forwarders	10.68%
   Data Entry	9.27%
   Customs Regulations	7.60%

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3. Complete relevant customs import specialist training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 6-12 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New customs import specialists learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a customs import specialist based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real customs import specialist resumes.

4. Research customs import specialist duties and responsibilities

   • Manage, maintain and review CIP, CDD and EDD documentation of current and propose clients.
   • Process and coordinate documents electronically to CBP for entry of goods for different U.S and foreign importers.
   • Ensure compliance with U.S. import/export policies, procedures and regulations for proper classification, free-trade agreements, documentation and recordkeeping.
   • Open orders and perform maintenance on the order entry menu utilizing macros with the site legacy system AS400.

5. Prepare your customs import specialist resume

   When your background is strong enough, you can start writing your customs import specialist resume.

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6. Apply for customs import specialist jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a customs import specialist job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams