FAQ's

FAQs 

At RLS International Transport, we understand that you may have questions when it comes to our transportation and logistics services. Whether you're in need of a 3PL provider, specialized hauling service, near-shoring services, or cross-border freight carriers, we've got you covered. We strive to offer a wide range of services to meet your needs. Whether you need to transport goods locally or internationally, we have the expertise and resources to handle your requirements efficiently and safely, ensuring that your goods reach their destination smoothly and on time.


Take a look at our frequently asked questions below. If you have further questions or concerns, please give our team a call.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What are the common reasons for a delay at the U.S. gateway to Mexico?

A: Incomplete documentation, the consignee (Mexican customer) has not paid the duties, and “Red Light” inspections at the U.S. or Mexican customs.

Q: Where will my shipment cross the border and enter Mexico?

A: RLS will cross your shipment through the Laredo, Texas-Nuevo Laredo, Mexico gateway.

Q: How does my freight get into Mexico?

A: When using RLS Mexico transport service, your freight goes through the following steps at the border:
• RLS delivers the shipment to your designated U.S. forwarder.
• The U.S. freight forwarder performs various tasks, including delivering the export documents to the Mexican customs broker and arranges for a drayage carrier to move the shipment from their facility through U.S. and Mexican customs.
• Once the drayage carrier presents the Shipper’s Export Declaration to U.S. customs and is cleared, he proceeds to Mexican customs.
• An employee of the Mexican broker meets the drayage carrier at the bridge and personally clears the trailer through Mexican customs.
• Once cleared, the drayage carrier delivers the trailer to an RLS facility in Nuevo Laredo. The RLS Mexican carrier transports the trailer to the final destination.

Q: What is the difference between parcel and freight shipping?

Parcel shipments are limited to small and lightweight packages, while freight shipping allows for heavier and larger shipments upwards of 150 pounds.

Q: How long does freight shipping take?

There are multiple factors to determine how long a freight shipment will take, including weight, transportation method, and the type of commodity that is being shipped.

Contact Us to Learn More About Our Shipping Services

Hiring a professional shipping and transportation company is essential in keeping cargo, including industrial-grade machinery and products, intact and in the condition it was in when it was prepped for shipment. RLS International Transport is a trucking and transport company that provides nearshoring and cross border freight hauling, flatbed hauling, hotshot, and oversize shipping services.


If you have any additional questions or concerns about our shipping services, feel free to contact a member of our team. We have all the proper knowledge and equipment to safely ship farm equipment, aerospace components, cars, oil field machinery, and so much more. No matter your needs, rely on our heavy-haul trucking and transport company to provide the quick and efficient shipping services that you deserve. We're proud to provide specialized hauling services to clients across Laredo, TX and the surrounding communities.