 | North Queensland Customs ServicesInternational Freight Forwarders and Customs ClearanceNorth Queensland Customs Services (NQCS) is a Queensland-based international freight forwarder and customs clearing house with a network of agents located throughout Australia and internationally. |
| Ocean FreightWe offer a wide variety of transportation services to all parts of Australia and around the world for import and export sea freight. Through our communication network, we can arrange the most efficient and economical freight rates to all destinations, from one cubic metre to charter vessels – you can rely on our service. Allow NQCS to worry about moving your freight, making connections, banking requirements, and government formalities. Read More |
| Air FreightNQCS can move your air shipment throughout the world. We work closely with all the major carriers to make sure your cargo shipment goes smoothly and arrives rapidly at its destination. We apply our quality service to all your high priority shipments. This means we pick-up, document, reserve, and move your cargo on the first available flight to your destination. We monitor the movement of your freight and notify you of the flight number, date and time of departure, and the estimated time of arrival at destination. Read More |
| Land TransportNorth Queensland Customs Services has its own fleet of trucks and experienced drivers, which can deliver your containerised cargo to any destination in north Queensland. These trucks are specialised container transport trucks and can move your container to where it needs to go. Throughout the rest of Australia, we have access to a network of transport operations – ensuring your cargo gets where it needs to go on time – every time. Read more |
| Special Handling & Dangerous GoodsMany commodities require special handling procedures. Perishables and dangerous goods must be handled rapidly, and with concern for both the product and the safety of the carrier moving the product. NQCS personnel are certified with the requirements for handling all types of perishable or dangerous goods. NQCS and our affiliated third-party logistics/storage providers have a strong history of delivering these services to our customers. We understand that our third-party providers need to have the same customer-focussed approach that we do – and the ability to go the extra mile for our customers. Read more |
OUR SERVICES
Customs Brokerage
NQCS provides technical and advisory services to manage safe, cost-effective international and domestic transport from source to site…
Freight Forwarding
Through NQCS’s extensive global network and affiliations we can handle all modes of international freight, including courier consignments…
Container Transport
North Queensland Customs Services has its own fleet of trucks and experienced drivers, which can deliver your cargo…
Customs Consultancy & Advice
NQCS offers a consultancy service where we examine your trade routes and import/export port operations…
Quarantine Permits & Consultancy
NQCS provides advice on importation requirements under the Department of Agriculture, Water, and the Environment’s Biosecurity legislation…
Import Freight
NQCS continually receives and processes shipments from all over the world…
Export Freight
We can export your cargo to anywhere in the world. NQCS is represented around the world by a network of authorised…
Air & Sea Service
We offer a wide variety of transportation services to all parts of Australia and around the world for import and export…
Third Party Logistics
3PL or Third-Party Logistics, is a service that NQCS provides so we can offer our customers the full logistics service from factory to delivery…
Real Time Communication
NQCS’ information management systems enable real time information and communication sharing, which is an integral part of our service…
Special Handling & Dangerous Goods
Many commodities require special handling procedures. Perishables and dangerous goods must be handled rapidly and safely…
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We are a licensed Customs Broker and can clear your imported or exported goods through customs. This involves preparing your documents or electronic submissions, calculating taxes, duties and excises, and facilitating communication between you and the relevant Government authorities.
North Queensland Customs Services is licensed by the Australian Border Force and is a member of the International Forwarders and Customs Brokers Association of Australia.
Air andSea Cargo | Founded by experienced cargo personnel, NQCS is unique because of its ability to handle both air and sea internationally with equal efficiency. Regardless of your destination, across the country or around the world, our people have the knowledge and desire to provide the highest level of service at the best possible rates. |
No barriersto trade | Geographical locations hold no barrier to trade, whether it’s a pick-up in Melbourne, a delivery in Sydney or a transhipment in Brisbane, NQCS understands how important it is to handle all shipments with extreme care. |
Our experienceand service | NQCS employs some of the most experienced people in the freight forwarding business. Most of our employees have many years of transportation experience to their credit. Because of this wealth of experience, we can overcome the trade barriers. We also believe in superior customer service and aim to ensure a speedy, professional service every time you ship with us. |
Helping yourbottom line | At your request, our organisation also offers a consultancy service where we examine your trade routes and import/export operations. We provide advice on how to increase efficiencies and improve your bottom line. |
Our Story
North Queensland Customs Services (NQCS) is a Queensland-based Customs broker and freight forwarder.
Since its inception almost 50 years ago, NQCS has continually grown from its roots as a small regional customs broker, to servicing national and international customers today. Over the years we have built up an ever-expanding network of national and international agents as well as a great depth of knowledge.
Our business provides the necessary advice and skills to deliver safe, cost-effective international and domestic transport from the source to site – together with Customs and Quarantine clearance… read more
Meet our team
NQCS employs some of the most experienced people in the freight forwarding business. Most of our employees have many years of freight forwarding, customs clearance and logistics experience to their credit. Because of this wealth of experience, we can overcome the trade barriers and see efficiencies where other companies cannot.