Customs Corner: Articles and Insights
GB Safety & Security Compliance: Preparing Ahead of the January 2025 Deadline
PublishedThe UK government has recently extended the deadline for mandatory compliance with the GB Safety & Security (GB S&S) system for imports from the EU, pushing it from October 31,… Continue reading GB Safety & Security Compliance: Preparing Ahead of the January 2025 Deadline
Understanding the Phased Implementation of the Windsor Framework Regulations
PublishedThe Windsor Framework is a pivotal development in the ongoing adjustments to post-Brexit regulations, specifically focused on Northern Ireland. As businesses across the UK continue to navigate the complexities of… Continue reading Understanding the Phased Implementation of the Windsor Framework Regulations
Guide: NCTS Phase 5 – Streamlining Goods Transit Across Borders
PublishedThe New Computerised Transit System (NCTS) is a sophisticated digital platform established by the European Union to manage the transit of goods between countries that have signed the Common Transit… Continue reading Guide: NCTS Phase 5 – Streamlining Goods Transit Across Borders
Eircode/Postcode required for EORI registrations
PublishedWhat is an EORI Number? EORI stands for Economic Operators Registration and Identification number. It’s a unique identifier used by customs authorities in the European Union. It is used as… Continue reading Eircode/Postcode required for EORI registrations
Your Guide to CDS Customs Procedure Codes (CPCs)
PublishedFor individuals running import and export businesses, it can sometimes seem that there are an awful lot of codes to keep track of when submitting your customs declarations. From tariff… Continue reading Your Guide to CDS Customs Procedure Codes (CPCs)
UK Traders’ Guide to Customs Duties
PublishedFor UK traders importing goods from overseas, one of the most significant business costs you will plan for is likely to be customs duties. At up to 25% of the… Continue reading UK Traders’ Guide to Customs Duties
New guidance on CDS departure messages
PublishedExporters using the Customs Declaration Service (CDS) need a departure message to confirm the movement of goods. But some exporters aren’t getting one, so their goods aren’t receiving departure status.… Continue reading New guidance on CDS departure messages
New UK Import Controls from 30 April
PublishedFrom 00:01 30 April 2024 traders must ensure goods arrive through an appropriately designated Border Control Post (BCP) or Control Point (CP) for your commodity type. If called, present the consignment for documentary, physical… Continue reading New UK Import Controls from 30 April
Common User Charge (CUC) Policy
PublishedOn 30 April 2024 the UK Government is introducing new sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) import controls as part of the new Border Target Operating Model (BTOM). These controls will protect… Continue reading Common User Charge (CUC) Policy
Closure of open export movements (AES)
PublishedNumber: Ref: 12/2024Subject: Automated Export System (AES) – Closure of open export movements (AES)Who should read: All those involved in the Export ProcedureRelated Notification: Ref: 23/2023Issued by: eCustoms HelpdeskQueries to:… Continue reading Closure of open export movements (AES)
