import and export procedure

Export procedure 1) receipt of enquiry 2) receipt of order/indent 3) assuring credit worthiness of the buyer 4) obtaining the import export license 5) pre shipment finance 6) production and procurement of goods 7) pre shipment inspection 8) excise clearance 9) obtaining certificate of origin 10) reservation of shipping space 11) packing and forwarding of goods 12) insurance of goods 13) customs clearance 14) obtaining mate's receipt 14) receipt of payment freight and issuance of bill of lading 16) preparation of invoice 17) securing payment IMPORT PROCEDURE 1) trade enquiry 2) obtaing import license 3) obtaining foreign exchange 4) placing order/indent 5) obtaining letter of credit 6) arranging for finance 7) receipt of shipmemt advice 8) retirement of import documents 9) arrival of goods 10) customs clearance and release of goods