Seamless Global Trade Starts at the Port of Panama City
Navigate international logistics with confidence. H.W. St. John & Company delivers expert customs brokerage in Panama City, FL, freight forwarding, and import/export solutions that keep your goods moving across borders—efficiently and compliantly.
Why businesses trust H.W. St. John & Company
Over a century of proven expertise
Since 1902, we’ve been guiding businesses through the complexities of international trade. Our licensed, insured, and C-TPAT certified team brings unmatched knowledge to every shipment, ensuring your cargo clears customs without delays or costly errors with our freight forwarding in Panama City, FL.
Comprehensive customs brokerage services
From the Port of Panama to ports across the United States, we handle formal and informal entries with precision. Our Remote Location Filing (RLF) capabilities mean we can clear your shipments anywhere in the U.S., coordinating seamlessly with trucking companies to establish PARS and PAPS for efficient cross-border movement with our importing in Panama City, FL.
Reliable freight forwarding solutions
Whether you’re shipping pharmaceuticals, perishables, wearing apparel, or industrial equipment, our global freight forwarding network ensures your goods arrive on time. We manage the entire logistics chain—from origin to destination—so you can focus on growing your business with our exporting in Panama City, FL.
Frequently asked questions
What is Remote Location Filing (RLF)?
Remote Location Filing allows us to clear your shipments at any U.S. port, even if we’re not physically located there. We coordinate with your designated trucking company to establish PARS (for shipments going to Canada) or PAPS (for shipments entering the U.S.), ensuring smooth customs clearance regardless of location with our custom brokerage in Panama City, FL.
Do I need a customs bond?
Yes, customs bonds are required for all formal entries (shipments valued at $2,500 or more) entering U.S. territory. The bond amount is determined by your shipment’s value and applicable duties. For commodities requiring additional agency oversight (FDA, USDA, CDC, etc.), the bond value may be three times the entered value with our freight forwarding in Panama City, FL.
What is an importer number?
An importer number is typically your IRS employer identification number. If you don’t have an IRS number, you can use your Social Security number. If neither is available, we can file CBP Form 5106 on your behalf to establish your importer identity with our importing in Panama City, FL.
Start moving your cargo with confidence
Over 120 years of experience. Personalized service. Global reach. Let H.W. St. John & Company handle the complexities of international trade while you focus on what matters most—growing your business with our exporting in Panama City, FL.
