Customs Settings

Customs Settings

Customs Settings is a single-document configuration that defines default values and behavior for the Customs module. It controls declaration defaults, compliance, document requirements, and integration options.

To access Customs Settings, go to:

Home > Customs > Customs Settings

1. Prerequisites

Before configuring Customs Settings, ensure the following are set up:

• Company, Branch (from ERPNext)
• Customs Authority – Customs authorities
• Commodity – HS code masters
• Document List Template – For document requirements

2. How to Configure

1. Go to Customs Settings (single document; no list).
2. Configure each section as needed.
3. Save the document.

3. Features

3.1 General Settings

• Default Company – Company for new declarations
• Default Branch – Branch for customs operations
• Default Customs Authority – Default authority for declarations
• Default Currency – Currency for duty/tax

3.2 Declaration Settings

• Default Declaration Type – Import, Export, Transit
• Require HS Code – Require HS code for commodities
• Require Commodity Description – Require detailed description
• Auto Calculate Duty – Automatically calculate duty from rates

3.3 Document Settings

• Default Document List Template – Template for declaration documents
• Require Commercial Invoice – Mandatory for submission
• Require Packing List – Mandatory for submission
• Require Bill of Lading – Mandatory for import

3.4 Compliance Settings

• Enable Compliance Alerts – Alert for compliance issues
• Compliance Check Interval – How often to check
• Enable Manifest Integration – Integrate with manifest systems

3.5 Integration Settings

• Enable Customs Clearance Tracking – Track clearance status
• Enable EDI Submission – Submit declarations via EDI
• Customs Portal URL – Portal for manual submission

4. Related Topics

• Declaration Order
• Declaration
• Commodity
• Customs Authority
• Document Management