Global Customs and International Trade Services

Simplifying Global Trade, Maximising Value

Global Customs and International Trade Services

International trade is complex, and, at times, it can feel like a blackhole in your operations. You’re not alone. With constantly evolving policies, shifting tariff regimes, and ongoing supply chain disruptions, businesses face increasing pressure to stay compliant while managing costs and risk. 

BDO’s Global Customs and International Trade Services team helps you navigate this landscape with clarity and confidence. Our specialists combine deep technical knowledge with practical, hands-on experience to help strengthen compliance, reduce duty exposure, and support efficient cross-border operations. 

Our Approach

We take a proactive, integrated approach to customs and trade advisory. By leveraging global resources and local market insight, we develop tailored strategies aligned with your business objectives--solutions that are practical, actionable, and ready for implementation at the operational level.

Our Services

Customs Compliance & Risk Management

Global compliance frameworks, audit support, and regulatory guidance.

Duty Recovery & Cost Optimisation

Identifying  tariff relief opportunities and cost savings through data-driven analysis.

Strategic Trade Advisory

In-depth experience in classification, valuation, rules of origin, and global trade structuring.

Technology-Enabled Solutions

Digital tools for compliance monitoring, analytics, and secure collaboration.

Specialised Services

Advisory on emerging regulations, ESG-related obligations, and complex tariff matters.


Why BDO

Global Expertise: Access to customs and trade professionals in more than 169 countries and territories.

Integrated Solutions: Seamless collaboration across tax, transfer pricing, and supply chain advisory.

Data-Driven Insights: Advanced analytics to uncover opportunities and manage risk.

Consistent Quality: One standard of excellence across all BDO firms.


Global Reach

Wherever you operate, our network delivers consistent, high-quality services. Local specialists, backed by global resources, deliver solutions that work across jurisdictions and throughout your supply chain.

Contact Us

Ready to simplify global trade and unlock greater value?

Connect with our Global Customs and International Trade Services team today.

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Key Contacts

Klaus Kalsmose Jakobsen

Klaus Kalsmose Jakobsen

Partner, Customs & International Trade
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Charmaine Goddeeris

Charmaine Goddeeris

Director, Customs & International Trade
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