Under Incoterms 2020, CIF covers freight and insurance to the destination port; unloading, storage, customs clearance, and inland transport after arrival are generally charged separately. During quote negotiations, list the party responsible for each post-port cost and include the cost basis in the contract.

Market-entry, tax, registration, and other local procedures are ultimately subject to the latest requirements of the destination country's competent authorities, licensed organizations, and applicable contractual provisions.

For the scope of CIF and responsibility for post-port charges, see What Does CIF Mean When Importing Cars From China?.