Authorisation Modernisation: Revolutionary Changes to UK Customs Clearance

Authorisation Modernisation: Revolutionary Changes to UK Customs Clearance

Note: New Changes to UK Customs Clearance

In spring 2023, the UK government announced a package of measures aimed at simplifying import and export processes for businesses. The goal is to make use of new freedoms after leaving the EU, while maintaining high regulatory and border security standards.

What does this mean for businesses?

These measures are intended to support UK competitiveness and promote economic growth by making import and export easier for businesses. They include a review of customs declaration requirements, improvements to the simplified customs declaration process, and simplifications to transit policy.

What benefits will this bring your business?

Authorisation Modernisation will bring many benefits for businesses, including reduced administrative burden, an improved authorisation application process, and access to wider trusted-trader benefits.

How can you take advantage of these changes?

The government plans to reach out to all interested parties in the coming months. If you're interested, get in touch with us to find out more about these measures and how they might affect your business.

Agencja Celna UK team

Written by a customs agency registered with CDS (UK EORI), based on gov.uk, HMRC, the EU customs tariff (TARIC) and Polish law. This article is for information only — check the current rules before clearance or ask us about your situation.

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