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Customs clearance is the mandatory regulatory process through which goods must pass to legally enter or exit a country’s borders, involving the submission, verification, and approval of required documentation by government customs authorities. This process ensures that all imported and exported shipments comply with national trade laws, regulations, and security requirements while facilitating the assessment and collection of applicable duties, taxes, and fees. Customs clearance serves as a critical control point in international trade, where authorities verify the legality, safety, and proper valuation of goods before granting official permission for their movement across international borders.