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International Trade Compliance

Services


📑 Diplomatic Services of America


Cross‑Border Trade & International Commerce Support – Menu of Services


1. Compliance Guidance


  • Advisory on U.S. export controls and licensing requirements.


  • Interpretation of sanctions frameworks (OFAC, UN, EU, and host‑nation regimes).


  • Risk assessments to identify potential compliance vulnerabilities.


2. Trade Documentation Support


  • Assistance with preparing and reviewing commercial invoices, bills of lading, and customs declarations.


  • Guidance on document formatting standards for international shipments.


  • Verification of documentation against international trade agreements and host‑nation requirements.


3. Regulatory Risk Mitigation


  • Development of internal compliance checklists for trade operations.


  • Advisory on due diligence practices for cross‑border partners and suppliers.


  • Monitoring of regulatory updates to prevent inadvertent violations.


4. International Agreements Advisory


  • Guidance on obligations under WTO rules, bilateral trade treaties, and regional agreements.


  • Advisory on dispute resolution mechanisms and compliance with treaty provisions.


  • Support for aligning business activities with multilateral frameworks.


5. Administrative Coordination


  • Liaison services with government offices, customs authorities, and regulatory agencies.


  • Coordination of submissions for permits, licenses, and certifications.


  • Recordkeeping support to ensure continuity of lawful operations.


6. Training & Capacity Building


  • Workshops on export compliance and sanctions awareness.


  • Staff training on documentation standards and best practices.


  • Advisory sessions tailored to industry‑specific regulatory requirements.


7. Strategic Advisory Services


  • Guidance on structuring cross‑border partnerships and joint ventures.


  • Advisory on market entry strategies aligned with trade regulations.


  • Support for integrating compliance into long‑term commercial planning.


8. Emergency & Contingency Support


  • Rapid advisory for urgent compliance issues or sanctions exposure.


  • Assistance with corrective filings and remedial documentation.


  • Coordination with authorities to resolve disruptions in trade operations.

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