The difference between port and customs

Different in nature, different in function, etc.

1, different in nature: the port is a gateway designated by the state for foreign exchanges and a hub for international cargo transportation, aiming at promoting trade and personnel exchanges; Customs is the administrative organ of the country, exercising the functions and powers of import and export supervision and management according to the laws and administrative regulations of the country (or region) where it is located.

2. Different functions: the main function of the port is to supervise the import and export of goods, including inspection, supervision and taxation of imported and exported goods; Ports can also provide other services, such as border inspection and immigration management. The main function of the customs is to supervise the import and export of goods, and to manage the import and export of goods in terms of approval, inspection and taxation.