A Customs exam is either an X-ray, Tail Gate, or Intensive exam of a shipment. The specific criteria that leads to a customs exam is kept confidential by Customs Departments, however, new importers are more likely to be face a customs exam. \n
\nWhat is a Customs Exam Fee?\n
A customs exam fee can run from $80 to more than $1,000, depending on the type of inspection performed. The importer/purchaser of the goods is responsible for the customs exam fee. \n