De plus en plus de PME françaises se tournent vers l’Afrique pour développer leurs activités à l’export. Marchés dynamiques, opportunités sectorielles, forte demande locale… sur le papier, tout semble aligné. Mais dans les faits, exporter vers l’Afrique n’est jamais un long fleuve tranquille. Procédures douanières complexes, logistique parfois imprévisible, écarts
Why is maritime transport still essential for exporting SMEs? With globalization intensifying, French SMEs must contend with faster trade, unstable costs, and constant pressure on their logistics. As a result, they must choose between speed, reliability, and tight budgets to remain competitive internationally. In this context, maritime transport—long seen as
L’optimisation des droits de douane, ça sonne un peu technique, voire intimidant, non ? Entre les règlements, les sigles, les formulaires… on s’y perd vite. Et pourtant, pour une PME, bien gérer ses droits à l’import et à l’export, c’est un levier hyper puissant. Un peu comme régler les voiles
Remplir une déclaration en douane, c’est un peu comme remplir un long formulaire administratif dans une langue étrangère. Entre les codes, les procédures et les délais, difficile de ne pas s’y perdre. Pourtant, ces démarches sont essentielles pour toute entreprise qui importe ou exporte des marchandises. La bonne nouvelle ?
Maritime transport for SMEs: how to secure your exports outside the EU With international trade booming, more and more French SMEs are taking the plunge into exporting outside the European Union. This dynamic can be explained by the search for growth drivers, the diversification of commercial outlets, and the opportunities
Export customs clearance: key stages and mistakes to avoid Exporting goods outside the European Union involves much more than loading a truck and signing an invoice. Before you even think about shipping, there’s an essential step you need to anticipate: export customs clearance. This is a regulatory procedure that formalizes
EORI number: what’s it for and how to get it ? Any business that imports or exports goods outside the European Union must have an EORI number. This code—often misunderstood or overlooked by SME leaders—is essential to avoid customs delays. Here’s a clear and comprehensive guide to understanding what it
TARIC code: how to classify your goods for export Exporting isn’t just about sending products abroad. It also means mastering customs regulations. And at the heart of these regulations, one code plays a key role: the TARIC code. At TBI, we support French SMEs every day in securing their export
Import VAT: what SMEs need to know Importing goods from abroad also means navigating a demanding tax framework. One often overlooked but critical aspect: import VAT. For SMEs exporting to or importing from outside the European Union, understanding and managing this mechanism is essential to avoid unpleasant surprises. Import VAT:
Incoterms 2025: Which Rules Should You Choose to Minimize Disputes? Every year, countless companies face international disputes caused by contractual errors during export operations. Over 60% of these disputes stem from a poor understanding of the responsibilities between seller and buyer. The consequences are legal, operational, and financial. To mitigate
