Can an Ocean Freight Forwarder charge mark up on ocean freight?
OFFs must be prepared to provide shippers with a detail […]
My company is based outside the US. Do I need an Ocean Freight Forwarder license?
No. FMC’s Ocean Freight Forwarder regulations only appl […]
What is the difference between an Ocean Freight Forwarder (OFF) and a Non-Vessel-Operating Common Carrier (NVOCC)?
Ocean Freight Forwarders (OFFs) in the US are different […]
Can an Ocean Freight Forwarder earn a Forwarder Commission from an Ocean Carrier?
Yes, Ocean Freight Forwarders may earn forwarder commis […]
What activities require an NVOCC license or registration from the U.S. Federal Maritime Commission (FMC)?
An FMC license or registration is generally required in […]
What is an NVOCC?
In the U.S. ocean trade lanes, a Non-Vessel-Operating C […]
My business is based outside of the US. Do I need an NVOCC license?
No. Companies outside of the US that offer ocean freigh […]
How do I obtain an NVOCC bond?
Most NVOCCs obtain an NVOCC bond through a surety compa […]
Why do I need an NVOCC bond?
Under U.S. Federal Maritime Commission regulations, NVO […]
I don’t issue Bills of Lading, but I sell ocean freight. Am I an NVOCC?
Yes. You are generally operating as an NVOCC in the U.S […]