Import, export, customs clearance

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Efficient and fully compliant export of your goods and services into the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU): analysis of current export / import models and development of new ones, supply chain restructuring considering sanctions and logistics restrictions, sanctions check regarding people, organizations, industry sectors, product categories, and destination.

Experience, local knowledge and total support

We will comprehensively consult with you and take responsibility for routine customs formalities, import-export operations and interactions with regulators, state control and security authorities. If you plan to handle importing in-house, we can help you to develop a hands-on action plan for transportation management.

Our consultants use their in-depth local knowledge of the geographical regions and climatic zones to create efficient delivery schemes that save your business time and money.

What you get

Viable, legally compliant imports

We make sure it is possible to import your goods to EAEU countries, consider applicable restrictions and sanctions, determine importation requirements and verify and identify Harmonized System (HS) codes.

Access to necessary permits

Performing the function of an Authorized Representative, we will obtain necessary permits from Russian authorities. We will issue a power of attorney for the right to use certificates in accordance with your instructions, giving you the freedom to choose an import partner.

Optimized benefits

We will analyze your product and research any applicable preferential customs tariffs, zero duties and/or benefits, then obtain the classification conclusion of the relevant state’s customs service on your behalf.

Initial import services (DDP)

If you do not have a legal entity or partner leading your foreign trade, we can act as the first buyer. We will deliver goods to their destination, perform all import formalities and sell the goods strictly according to your instructions.

Simplified delivery & customs

We can arrange the delivery of goods from abroad and across the EAEU, and will perform customs clearance on behalf of your recipient. When your goods cross borders, we will carry out customs clearance, using either your digital signature or our own digital signature.

Reports to authorities

We will prepare and submit reports to state authorities detailing the payment of eco-fees, check that the characteristics of your goods comply with technical regulations, and complete statistical reporting forms on the movement of your goods within the EAEU.

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Our team

Nodir Ayupov

Director, Tashkent

Nodir became Director of the Tashkent office in September 2018. He is responsible for the development of services provided by the Tashkent and Yerevan offices, including accounting outsourcing and automation, ERP implementation and integration, interim management, business setup and manufacturing localisation. Prior to joining SCHNEIDER GROUP, Nodir worked for 18 years for Uzbekistan Airways in increasingly responsible positions, starting as Head of External Affairs and completing his job for the airline as Head of representative offices in Kazakhstan, Greece, and Spain. He has more than 20 years of professional experience in finance and international consulting. Nodir earned a degree in Finance, Consulting, and Venture Management from Emory University (Atlanta, the USA) and a degree in International Business from the Tashkent State University of Economics, where he taught Management Accounting course after the graduation. Nodir speaks 5 languages: Russian, English, Uzbek, Spanish and Greek.

Olga Kravchenko

Finance & Accounting Director

Olga joined the company in 2013 and got promoted to the head of accounting group in 2015. Since 2017 Olga is also responsible for SCHNEIDER GROUP import services. One of Olga’s first projects at SCHNEIDER GROUP was accounting and management reporting for a world-famous toy manufacturer. She successfully guided the customer through multiple mandatory audits and tax checks and prepared the client’s accounting for migration from 1C to SAP. Olga's accounting team specialises on projects of accounting, tax and management reporting set up, restoration and adaptation for companies from a wide range of industries: from professional services to manufacturing and construction. In 2017, Olga took over operational management of SCHNEIDER GROUP import department, providing export, import and customs clearance services. She has strengthened greatly the SCHNEIDER GROUP's team of foreign trade consultants and assists the company's customers in solving complex tax and customs law issues, helping them to achieve better financial results. Olga often serves as a financial advisor to the management of SCHNEIDER GROUP's clients. She has more than 15 years of professional experience in finance, including 8 years in financial consulting. Olga has a university degree in Accounting, Analysis and Audit. She is currently pursuing an MBA in Business Management at the Russian Presidential Academy of National Economy and Public Administration (IBS Moscow). Olga speaks Russian and English.

Ekaterina Abasheva

Import & Certification Team Lead

Ekaterina joined the company in 2017 as import manager. She is responsible for projects on certification and customs clearance for various goods types intended for import into the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) and preparation of the eco-levy reporting. Ekaterina advises SCHNEIDER GROUP clients on issues arising during logistics and transportation and customs clearance procedures. She has more than 8 years of professional experience in foreign trade. Ekaterina specialises in ensuring uninterrupted supply of goods of SCHNEIDER GROUP clients to the EAEU, from turnover planning to after customs clearance support. Local and international businesses from mining, chemicals, beauty & healthcare, food and FMCG industries rely on Ekaterina’s expertise. Ekaterina graduated from the Russian Customs Academy with a degree in Customs.

Anastasia Kostyukovskaya

Import Business Development Manager, Moscow

Anastasia joined the company in 2021. She supervises import and certification projects. Anastasia has extensive experience in establishing business relationships with international partners from Europe and Asia. Anastasia studied in Germany (Hochschule Heilbronn, Baden-Württemberg) and graduated from the Russian Foreign Trade Academy with a degree in Foreign Trade Management. She has a master’s degree in Logistics and speaks Russian, English and German.

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Customs clearance for an IT company

We devised a comprehensive solution that integrated administration, delivery and customs clearance. We created an ideal logistics structure in order to cut transportation expenses, optimise customs payments and deliver goods on time and at fixed prices.

Importing and selling goods in Russia

We collaborated with the customer to carry out market research, develop a detailed product assessment and plan promotional activities. We also helped them find would-be distributors and negotiate contract terms.

Keeping the supply to Russia flowing smoothly

Upon learning that a breakdown in relations with the company's distributor had rendered its products unavailable for import into Russia, our specialists quickly issued the necessary certificates to facilitate supply while also taking on the risk of any potential consumer complaints.

Preparing complex export documentation

Since 2014, we have assisted Bogner in attaining conformity declarations and certificates for a variety of products, ranging from clothes to marketing materials.

Logistics costs optimisation

When delivering construction machinery to the Siberian region, SCHNEIDER GROUP consultants recommended that the customer switch from air delivery to road delivery during the winter months. This resulted in the customer paying over 2.5x less in transportation costs on just this logistics leg.

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Why Schneider group

Flexible turnkey solutions

We tailor turnkey solutions to each customer’s needs and will work with you on a long-term basis as a trusted partner. Our flexible approach enables you to choose which operations you wish to manage internally, and which you would prefer our team of experienced professionals to handle.

Easy start

Because goods can only be imported into Russia and other EAEU countries by a local legal entity, foreign companies usually invest in creating a local entity or find a local partner/distributor. Our DDP solution offers an alternative, enabling you to start exporting more easily, flexibly and affordably. SCHNEIDER GROUP becomes the official importer of your goods.

Additional services

As well as import-export, customs clearance and certification services, we provide a full range of optional additional services, such as foreign contracts, supply chain analysis and obligatory digital labeling of imported goods according to Russian legislative requirements.

Risk reduction

SCHNEIDER GROUP spares your business the bureaucratic and logistical headaches that can slow your progress in entering or expanding into EAEU markets. Outsourcing eliminates the risk of supply disruption when a responsible employee departs the business, and minimizes the risk of violations related to interactions with state control bodies.

About SCHNEIDER GROUP

SCHNEIDER GROUP has been helping businesses to expand to new geographical markets since 2003, offering a full range of business support services: from developing strategy for successful market-entry to helping arrange or optimize accounting, reporting and financial planning processes and establishing efficient IT infrastructures.

500 top experts in 9 countries take care of all resource-consuming non-core business tasks, so our customers can focus on achieving their business goals. We offer services in Armenia, Austria, Belarus, Germany, Kazakhstan, Poland, Russia and Uzbekistan, with minor regional variations. Get in touch via our contact form to request details of specific service packages available in your target country.