Exporting and trade

• Trading into Africa

  For most South African exporters the first market is on the continent, often next door. Shorter freight, reachable buyers — and rules of origin that decide the…

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• Freight and incoterms

  Three letters that decide who pays for what, who insures it, and who carries the loss. Agreeing a price without agreeing the term is agreeing half a deal.

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• Getting paid across borders

  The commercial risk in exporting is not usually the freight. It is being paid by a customer in a jurisdiction where chasing a debt is impractical.

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• Registering as an exporter

  A customs client number is a prerequisite, not a formality. And the tariff code you are classified under decides duties, documents and whether preferences…

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• Should you export?

  Pitched as the natural next step for a growing business. For many it is an expensive distraction from a domestic market they have not finished serving.

  Content Agency26 August 2026

• Customs client number

  Required before you can lawfully export or import commercially.

  SARS Customsonce

A general description, not legal advice — requirements and thresholds change. Confirm the current position with the authority named.

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• Customs Brokerage1

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