Carra Globe’s Importer of Record (IOR) services handle all the complexities of customs, compliance, and duties.
We ensure your valuable IT equipment—from servers to entire data centers—arrives safely and on time, anywhere in the world.
An Importer of Record (IOR) is the legal entity responsible for ensuring that goods are imported in compliance with local laws and regulations.
Choosing the right Importer of Record is not just a box to check. It is the key to smooth, stress-free global shipping. Without a trusted IOR, your IT equipment can sit in customs for weeks, face unexpected fines, or be returned entirely. That’s lost time, money, and opportunity. At Carra Globe, we don’t just handle the paperwork, we remove the guesswork. We understand the specific import rules of each country and ensure that every tech hardware shipment complies with them. We manage the shipment DDP (Delivered Duty Paid).
From filing the correct documents to paying duties and navigating complex regulations, we take full responsibility, so your shipments arrive on time and without issues. When speed, accuracy, and compliance matter, Carra Globe is the partner you can count on.
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We assume legal responsibility, allowing your business to ship tech globally without local subsidiary presence or customs headaches
Managing international IT shipments without an IOR solution is risky and time-consuming. Most companies don’t have a registered legal entity in every country they operate in. And even if you do, staying compliant with each country’s import laws is a full-time job
Carra Globe serves as the legal importer in over 175+ countries. We assume responsibility for your goods during the importation process, so you don’t have to set up a local entity or navigate unfamiliar regulatory frameworks.
We take care of all required documentation: import licenses, commercial invoices, packing lists, product certifications, and more. We make sure it’s accurate, complete, and submitted on time.
Avoid costly delays, fines, or confiscations. Our global logistics experts know the ins and outs of international customs. We ensure your shipment clears quickly and compliantly.
We facilitate all necessary duty and tax payments on your behalf, accurately and transparently. You get a single invoice with no hidden fees.
Time is critical, especially when deploying hardware across data centers or telecom sites. We expedite your shipments, providing real-time tracking and proactive communication.
At Carra Globe, we make global IT logistics easy by turning a complex process into a smooth, step-by-step experience. Here’s how our Importer of Record service works from start to finish
From paperwork to final delivery, we manage it all—so you don’t have to
Let Carra Globe take the pressure off your global logistics.
Many servers, telecom gear, encryption-enabled devices are subject to national control lists. We coordinate with exporters to ensure proper licensing, self‑classification per EAR99 or higher classification, and submit encryption declarations.
CE, RoHS, WEEE declarations for EU; UL, FCC compliance in US; E‑waste disposal certification where required.
Some countries require local importer licenses or local agent appointment for tech imports—Carra Globe leverages partner subsidiaries to meet those requirements.
High‑end computing gear, advanced microprocessors, or crypto‑hardware may need special handling or restricted licenses. We tackle compliance now, so shipments aren’t delayed.
Carra Globe’s IOR services are tailored to industries that rely on precision, speed, and reliability.
Deploying servers, networking gear, or storage systems across borders? We make sure your equipment gets where it needs to be, when it needs to be there—with zero customs issues.
Medical devices often require additional certifications and compliance standards. We manage all IOR responsibilities to ensure fast, compliant delivery of mission-critical equipment.
Whether you’re rolling out a global infrastructure upgrade or shipping spares to support field teams, Carra Globe ensures smooth, compliant international deliveries.
We help telecom providers deploy towers, routers, switches, and other gear globally—without delays or legal hurdles.
Choosing the right IOR provider is critical. Here’s why global companies trust Carra Globe.
We’ve handled thousands of international shipments across dozens of tech industries. We know how to make global IT logistics fast, compliant, and worry-free.
We’re obsessed with accuracy, documentation, and regulatory detail. We operate to the highest standards of trade compliance.
We’re known for our on-time delivery rate and our ability to navigate even the most challenging customs environments.
Avoid the cost and complexity of setting up legal entities abroad. We act as your local importer; legally and responsibly.
From the moment you hand over the shipment to the moment it lands on site, we provide real-time updates and centralized oversight.
We’re not just another logistics company—we’re a global partner with deep local knowledge. Carra Globe operates in over 175+ countries, with an on-the-ground understanding of the unique import requirements in every major market.
We maintain active legal entities and trusted partners worldwide.
Wherever you need to go—we’ve already been there. We know what works, what doesn’t, and how to get it done right the first time.
Handling the importer of record for high-risk goods like IT equipment and tech Hardware? You must triple-check licenses and certifications or risk shipment holds.Dealing with multi-country IOR solutions? Work with providers who can manage simultaneous clearances across different customs jurisdictions.
When international expansion means moving technology across borders, you need more than just a shipping service—you need a partner who understands how to move sensitive, high-value equipment compliantly, quickly, and without error.
An Importer of Record is a legal entity responsible to ensure that goods meet all local import regulations. This includes handling custom clearance, duties, taxes, and required documentation.
No, freight forwarders typically handle transportation and customs documentation, but do not assume the legal liability required of an Importer of Record. A separate legal entity must take on IOR responsibilities.
Without an IOR, shipments can be delayed, rejected, heavily fined, or seized by customs authorities. Businesses may also face serious compliance violations, affecting their ability to operate internationally.
Yes, each country has its own customs, taxes, and compliance regulations. A locally recognized IOR must be appointed for every destination where goods are imported.
Depending on the country and product classification, appointing an IOR and completing all necessary compliance checks can take anywhere from a few hours to a few days.
Typical documents required for include:
Commercial Invoice
Packing List
Air Waybill or Bill of Lading
Import Licenses (if applicable)
Certificate of Origin
Product Compliance Certificates (CE, FCC, UL, RoHS, etc.)
Export Licenses (for controlled or encrypted goods)
HS Code Classification
End-Use or End-User Statements (when needed)
These documents ensure legal, regulatory, and customs compliance in the destination country.
IOR costs vary depending on:
Destination country
Product type and classification
Shipment value and size
Required licenses or special declarations
Customs duty and VAT rates
Costs can range from a few hundred to several thousand USD per shipment. Carra Globe provides transparent quotes based on your shipment details, with no hidden fees.
Yes, the IOR remains legally accountable even after customs clearance, including handling any post-shipment audits, compliance verifications, or regulatory investigations.
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