Customs Compliance in Russia & CIS 2011

Trade with Russia and CIS has become an increasingly important part of the business of most multinational companies. As one of the largest and fast-growing economies, Russia is committed to modernising the country’s infrastructures and economy through a boost of foreign investments. Moreover, the trade and customs regulatory landscape has recently changed with the new Customs Union between Russia, Kazakhstan and Belarus fully operational in July 2010. Multinational companies have a greater opportunity than ever before to enter the marketplace. But, they should be able to successfully operate in the new regulatory environment and make sure their customs operations are compliant. European companies and other foreign investors are currently facing unique and complex trade, tax and customs regulations.

Knowing that along with the benefit of trading in the new Customs Union come certain risks and challenges, C5’s Forum on Customs Compliance in Russia & CIS 2011 is tailored to ensure that companies are aware of these risks. This event will provide the most important developments, practical insights and industry’s perspective you need to know to make sure you control your potential customs compliance risks and maximise your returns.

Topics will include:

• The Customs Union (CU) between Russia, Kazakhstan and Belarus: status report on the latest regulatory developments
• Understanding the new legal framework and organisational structure of the Customs Union
• Navigating market access requirements to successfully import into Russia
• Ensuring proper classifications under the provisions of the new Customs Union
• How to adapt to port of entry differences and expedite customs clearance in Russia, Kazakhstan and Belarus
• Critically revisiting your internal accounting controls and customs strategy to search for potential improper payments
• Mitigating liability risks associated with working with customs brokers and other third party providers
• What due diligence should companies undertake to ensure they are dealing with a legitimate buyer or distributor
• Overcoming challenges associated with product related governmental restrictions and importer restrictions such as encryption
• How best to resolve classification and valuation disputes with local customs officials
• Implementing and running a customs and trade compliance organisation in Russia and CIS
• Customs planning in Russia and CIS: implementing customs processes, contracts, regimes, goods classifications and other aspects of customs proceedings

Add value to your attendance by taking advantage of C5’s Optional Post-Conference Workshops, Thursday 26 May 2011 on:

1. Importing High-Tech, Wireless Products Including Cryptography: A Practical Guide on What You Can, and Can’t Do
2. Restructuring Your Russian Operations: Tax, Customs and Commercial Implications

Book your place today.

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1. PHONE our registration hotline on +44 (0)20 7878 6888
2. FAX your details directly to 020 7878 6896
3. EMAIL your details directly to marketing@C5 Online.com