Passport Global Secures U.S. Customs License, Expands Brokerage Across All U.S. Ports

(MENAFN- FinanceWire) Palo Alto, California, May 28th, 2025, FinanceWire

Passport Global, Inc. (Passport) , a leading global ecommerce solutions provider, today announced it has been officially granted a U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Corporate Customs License and National Permit. This milestone positions Passport among a select group of providers authorized to act as permitted licensed customs brokers across all U.S. ports of entry-enabling the company to conduct customs business on behalf of ecommerce merchants and unlock a new era of regulatory control, cost recovery, and trade compliance.

Expanded Authority, Streamlined Compliance

With this license, Passport can now file customs entries, represent importers, facilitate duty drawback, and offer critical compliance advisory services. These are activities restricted to licensed brokerage organizations under federal law (19 CFR and include:

• File formal and informal customs entries directly into ACE
• Represent importers of record (IOR) and manage Post Summary Corrections
• Submit duty drawback claims for goods exported in the same condition
• Facilitate bonded shipments to bypass U.S. duty for in-transit cargo

These services add to the solutions that Passport's Global Trade team of Licensed Customs Brokers has already been offering, including:

• Product classification consulting under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTSUS)
• Customs valuation strategies , including transaction value, the first-sale rule, and intercompany pricing models
• Origin declaration guidance for USMCA and other trade preference programs
• Support for Partner Government Agency (PGA) requirements such as FDA, CPSC, and EPA
• Interpretation of CBP rulings, enforcement trends , and notices of action

These capabilities come at a critical moment for ecommerce brands. Under Trump administration trade policies, including ongoing de minimis reform and new Section 301 tariffs, international merchants face increased cost exposure and compliance risk. Passport is doubling down on its role as a trusted compliance partner-building on the recent announcement of its and daily tariff coverage at

Duty Drawback Facilitation and Recovery

Many ecommerce brands importing goods into the U.S. and subsequently exporting them-as returns, replacements, or global shipments-are eligible to reclaim up to 99% of duties, taxes, and fees. As a licensed customs broker, Passport can now work directly with CBP to manage the end-to-end drawback process, including:

• Eligibility screening and drawback program setup
• Application filing for drawback privileges
• Data reconciliation and CBP-approved claim preparation
• Advisory support to optimize drawback strategies in high-duty categories such as apparel, supplements, and footwear

Real-World Impact for Ecommerce Brands

For growing DTC brands, Passport's broker license unlocks faster clearance, fewer surprise fees, and expanded margin protection through duty recovery and bonded shipping options.

Whether acting as importer of record or providing product classification consulting, Passport's license adds a powerful new layer of control to its cross-border infrastructure. The company is on a mission to make international shipping as seamless and compliant as domestic fulfillment. Combined with its global DTC logistics network, marketplace integrations, and in-country enablement solutions, Passport delivers the end-to-end support and unmatched regulatory depth to merchants worldwide.

About Passport

Founded in 2017, Passport is a global ecommerce solutions provider that empowers merchants-like Dolls Kill, Ridge, Ogee, OneSkin, and HexClad-to grow profitably and confidently in over 180 countries. Combining innovative technology, global logistics, and expert compliance and growth support, Passport delivers the right solutions for the right markets at every stage of global growth. With in-house licensed customs brokers and international trade specialists, Passport offers a seamless, flexible experience-from cross-border logistics and in-country enablement services to duty and tax compliance-to help D2C brands unlock their full global potential. Users can learn more at

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