aduana

n. customs house; customs

n. customs, customhouse

v. pay customs, clear goods; store in the customshouse

= customs, port of entry.
Ex: Customs barriers and restrictions on agency agreements for publishers may make life easier but there is no immediate sign of monetary union which would simplify the payment for international interlending transactions.
Ex: Ports of entry employees are also responsible for making sure that the laws relating to importation of cigarettes are observed.
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* oficial de aduanas = immigration officer.
* servicio de aduanas = customs and excise agency.