We surveyed 272 customs brokers to better understand the work environment and required skills of a typical customs broker. Here are the results.

How much intelligence is required as a customs broker?

Low

High

Working as a customs broker typically doesn’t require the use of high levels of intelligence in daily tasks.

Can I learn to become a customs broker?

Intrinsic Talent

Acquired Talent

A career as a customs broker typically depends predominantly on qualities you’re born with, with a small aspect of skills you can learn.

Is it easy to get a job as a customs broker?

Easy

Hard

It’s typically difficult to find a job as a customs broker. If you’re curious about the numbers, check out the job market for customs brokers.