Why Join IFCBA?

Why should Customs Brokers Associations join the IFCBA?

The IFCBA works to bring about improvements in Customs policies and practices on a global basis. These improvements benefit both customs brokers and their clients.

The international trade community depends on the work done by customs brokers and the IFCBA serves customs brokers by keeping them at the centre of the international trading system. It is our mission to promote the value and use of customs brokers worldwide.

The IFCBA e-mail service keeps member organizations updated on the latest trade information around the world. And through our meetings and conferences, we offer customs brokers the best way to keep up-to-date on matters of vital importance in the world of trade facilitation and security. 

By working together customs brokers of the world can:

  • build their businesses through the sharing of experiences relating to client service
  • enhance their reputations through contributions in global forums and
  • secure their role in the supply chain

IFCBA members receive the following benefits:

  • posting of your association’s detailed contact information in a public section of our web site providing an opportunity to build your business and enhance your reputation
  • regular email updates containing information about border policies and procedures specifically and international trade in general
  • invitations to attend conferences organized by the IFCBA and our member associations
  • personal username and password giving you access to the “members only” sections of our website
  • business referrals from the IFCBA Secretariat
  • access to a discussion forum for members

Join us now!  Please use the Association Membership Application form below.  

Why should companies join the IFCBA?

The IFCBA welcomes companies with an interest in international trade as Associated Businesses. If you are involved in international trade, you are welcome in the IFCBA!  The annual fee is only $175 USD.  A special rate is available for licensed customs brokers at $50 USD per year.  Send an email to [email protected] for further information.

Benefits include:

  • posting a link to your company's website in a public section of our web site providing an opportunity to build your business and enhance your reputation
  • the opportunity to identify potential business partners and clients
  • regular email updates containing information about border policies and procedures specifically and international trade in general
  • invitations to attend conferences organized by the IFCBA and our member associations
  • personal username and password giving you access to the “Associated Business” sections of our website
  • access to a discussion forum for Associated Businesses

Join us now as an Associated Business!  Please use the Associated Business Application form below.  

Association Membership Application

Associated Business Application