# Port of Entry

*Last updated: 2026-06-26*

> Customs authorities and freight forwarders use the term port of entry to designate the first officially authorised location at which goods enter a customs territory and become subject to declaration, inspection, and clearance.

Customs authorities and freight forwarders use the term port of entry to designate the first officially authorised location at which goods enter a customs territory and become subject to declaration, inspection, and clearance. The defining criterion is not the mode of transport but the official authorisation to process inbound goods – seaports, airports, and land border crossings can all qualify. Identifying the correct port of entry early in transport planning matters: it determines which customs office has jurisdiction and directly affects release timelines. Certain commodity categories, such as live animals, plants, or hazardous materials, may only be imported through specifically designated ports. The port of entry is distinct from the port of discharge, which marks the nautical endpoint of a sea voyage and does not necessarily involve customs processing.

**Source:** [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Port_of_entry](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Port_of_entry)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | Port of Entry |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 129 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-26 |
| Source | https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Port_of_entry |

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