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Westlands, Nairobi Kenya
Expert guidance for global customs compliance and streamlined international trade solutions.
We represent clients in challenging a wide range of adverse decisions issued by the Customs Department, including but not limited to tariff classification, customs valuation, origin determinations, import/export restrictions, warehousing issues, and post-clearance audit findings. Our team prepares and files comprehensive applications for review under the East African Community Customs Management Act (EACCMA), ensuring that our clients’ rights are protected from the earliest stages of the dispute.
We provide end-to-end support in navigating preferential trade regimes by advising on product eligibility under the Rules of Origin applicable across the East African Community (EAC), COMESA, SADC, and the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). Our services include reviewing production processes, supply chain structures, and documentation to ensure compliance and unlock duty-free or reduced-tariff treatment. We also assist with obtaining certificates of origin, resolving origin-related disputes, and engaging with customs authorities where origin verifications or denials arise.
We help businesses stay compliant with the evolving landscape of customs laws and trade regulations at national, regional, and multilateral levels. Our services cover the full spectrum of customs compliance , from guiding clients through import/export procedures, tariff classification, and valuation requirements, to advising on trade licensing, warehousing, and post-clearance audits. Whether navigating local legislation or regional instruments such as the EAC Customs Union Protocol or AfCFTA, we deliver practical, strategic counsel that empowers businesses to trade confidently and competitively.
We undertake comprehensive risk assessments across your international trade and customs operations to identify compliance gaps, procedural vulnerabilities, and potential exposures to penalties or trade disruptions. Our tailored reviews cover documentation accuracy, customs valuation practices, tariff classification consistency, licensing obligations, Rules of Origin compliance, and post-clearance audit preparedness. We don’t just flag risks, we provide actionable mitigation strategies to ensure full alignment with domestic and regional customs laws, while enhancing operational efficiency and regulatory confidence.
We assist clients in securing the full range of import and export licenses, permits, and special regime approvals required for seamless cross-border trade. Our services cover licensing for controlled goods, sector-specific regulatory clearances, exemptions, and duty remission schemes. We also support applications for customs-bonded and private warehousing facilities under the EACCMA framework, including preparation of business cases, technical documentation, and liaison with the relevant authorities. Our proactive approach ensures clients avoid costly delays and operate within full compliance of applicable trade regulations.
We conduct in-depth audits of import and export transactions to assess compliance with applicable customs laws, trade regulations, and international agreements. Our audit reviews cover tariff classification accuracy, customs valuation practices, use of preferential trade regimes, licensing status, origin documentation, and record-keeping obligations. Whether preparing for a post-clearance audit or undertaking a self-assessment, we equip clients with clear findings, remedial actions, and long-term compliance strategies to mitigate exposure to penalties, delays, or reputational harm.
Customs and International Trade Department
Dispute Resolution Department
Tax Advisory Department
Domestic Tax Department
We are Client Focused & Result Driven.
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info@westministerconsulting.com
+254 703 333 444