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.
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.
An Importer of Record (IOR) is the legal entity responsible for ensuring that goods are imported in compliance with local laws and regulations.
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
We begin with a discovery call to understand your shipment details, destination countries, timelines, and compliance requirements. We map out a tailored logistics plan and assign you a dedicated project manager.
Our compliance experts review your product information and shipping documents to ensure they meet all destination country requirements. If licenses or special permits are needed, we handle and ensure they are on hand.
Carra Globe legally acts as the Importer of Record in the destination country. This means we take full responsibility for customs declarations, regulatory filings, and all compliance obligations.
We coordinate customs clearance, manage all taxes and duties, and ensure your equipment sails through without delays. Everything is done upfront and accurately—no surprises.
Once cleared, we coordinate secure, on-time delivery to your destination—whether it’s a data center, corporate site, telecom tower, or medical facility. White glove delivery is available upon request.
We provide a full report of the delivery, including customs documentation, duty summaries, and tracking logs—so you have a complete audit trail for your records.
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.
From CE certification in Europe to BIS registration in India—we guide you through it all. We believe compliance should empower your business—not constrain it.
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.
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.
Choosing the right IOR provider is critical. Here’s why global companies trust Carra Globe.

We’re known for our on-time delivery rate and our ability to navigate even the most challenging customs environments.

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.

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.
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.