Import goods EU to the UK
We have found the secret to achieving frictionless trade, where your EU clients are not involved in the customs process and UK businesses keep full control on their supply chain and delivery times.
Unsworth work as the freight forwarders and customs agents in the UK, who review operations and work as direct customs representation, to drive this process and remove the challenge around documentation and compliance.
Understanding the Border Operating Model
We specialise in SPS clearances, including foodstuffs, which require additional procedures than just doing a customs declaration. Not only can we complete your declarations, but due to our full understanding of EU legislation around your POAO, we’re committed to getting your goods through ports as quickly as possible.
With our deep expertise and unwavering commitment, we navigate the complexities of global trade so you can focus on what you do best – growing your business.
To help with all customs-related requirements and host regular webinars and Q&A sessions for our clients.
Our top tips to achieving frictionless trade
Ensure clarity on paperwork
Establish early on who is responsible for what and who is paying for the cost of the new border. The best way to do this is to make it as simple as possible and build these costs into your product fee so there are no surprises to your customer.
A broker who protects your interests
We are a broker who doesn’t simply treat you like a transactional relationship. If you are just starting out, ensure you understand the Incoterms and if you’re a more experienced exporter, we highly recommend registering for VAT in France and selling as intracommunity, just like before.
Customs Visbility Platform
Keep up to date on all of your key documentation with the click of a button.
Task Manager allows you to complete haulier registration and upload commercial documents.
Move shipments into priority lists, save your documents as draft or simply send to Broker.
Import Requirements
In order to fulfil the import process, all traders will need to ensure they have:
- A GB Economic Operator Registration and Identification (EORI) number.
- The Commodity Code of their goods – needed to make a customs declaration and calculate duties on an import.
- The customs value of goods – needed to make a customs declaration and calculate duties on an import. The rules for valuation are based on the World Trade Organisation (WTO) valuation agreement.
- Considered whether they are able to, and would benefit from, using any available customs simplifications or facilitations. More information is available here.
- Considered how they will make customs declarations to HMRC systems, and whether they will use an intermediary.
Importing from EU to UK - FAQ's
