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<p>The customs clearance process happens before the goods are imported into a country and go through customs.</p>
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<p>Customs clearance is a necessary procedure when importing goods in one country. This process involves preparing and submitting the required documentation to ease the export or import into one nation. The method may take a few days, to a few weeks or, even sometimes, months.</p>
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