Q: What are the common reasons for a delay at the U.S. gateway to Mexico?
A: Incomplete documentation, the consignee (Mexican customer) has not paid the duties, and “Red Light” inspections at the U.S. or Mexican customs.
Q: Where will my shipment cross the border and enter Mexico?
A: RLS will cross your shipment through the Laredo, Texas-Nuevo Laredo, Mexico gateway.
Q: How does my freight get into Mexico?
A: When using RLS Mexico transport service, your freight goes through the following steps at the border:
• RLS delivers the shipment to your designated U.S. forwarder.
• The U.S. freight forwarder performs various tasks, including delivering the export documents to the Mexican customs broker and arranges for a drayage carrier to move the shipment from their facility through U.S. and Mexican customs.
• Once the drayage carrier presents the Shipper’s Export Declaration to U.S. customs and is cleared, he proceeds to Mexican customs.
• An employee of the Mexican broker meets the drayage carrier at the bridge and personally clears the trailer through Mexican customs.
• Once cleared, the drayage carrier delivers the trailer to an RLS facility in Nuevo Laredo. The RLS Mexican carrier transports the trailer to the final destination.
Q: What is the difference between parcel and freight shipping?
Parcel shipments are limited to small and lightweight packages, while freight shipping allows for heavier and larger shipments upwards of 150 pounds.
Q: How long does freight shipping take?
There are multiple factors to determine how long a freight shipment will take, including weight, transportation method, and the type of commodity that is being shipped.
Q: What is a 3PL provider?
A 3PL (Third-Party Logistics) provider offers outsourced logistics services, including transportation, warehousing, and distribution, to help businesses manage their supply chain efficiently.
Q: Does RLS International work with 3PL providers?
Yes, RLS International provides specialized hauling services for 3PL providers, ensuring reliable and efficient transportation solutions.
Q: What is cross-border freight transportation?
Cross-border freight transportation involves moving goods between countries, such as between the U.S. and Mexico, while managing customs and regulatory requirements.
Q: How does RLS International ensure smooth cross-border operations?
With over 30 years of experience, RLS International leverages its knowledge of Mexican culture, language, and logistics to provide seamless cross-border services.
Q: Can RLS International handle oversized or heavy freight?
Yes, RLS International specializes in heavy haul trucking and oversized load transportation, ensuring safe and efficient delivery.
Q: What is freight delivery?
Freight delivery refers to the transportation of goods from one location to another, often involving large shipments or specialized cargo.
Q: What types of freight delivery does RLS International offer?
RLS International provides door-to-door delivery, Mexico drayage, and Mexico-only freight services using their trailers.
Q: What is near shoring?
Near shoring is the practice of relocating business operations closer to the target market, such as moving manufacturing or logistics to nearby countries like Mexico.
Q: What are the benefits of near shoring with RLS International?
Near shoring with RLS International reduces transportation costs, improves delivery times, and leverages their expertise in cross-border logistics.
