Birmingham, the UK's second-largest city, is the logistics centre of the West Midlands and one of the UK's key import and export hubs. Easy Clearance supports Polish businesses operating in Birmingham and the whole West Midlands region — from import and export clearance to T1 transit, ENS and ATA carnets. The automotive industry centred around Jaguar Land Rover, BMW MINI and hundreds of Tier 1 suppliers generates huge imports of components from Poland. The NEC exhibition centre — the UK's largest — regularly requires ATA carnets for Polish exhibitors. We carry out all our services remotely, with no need to visit an office. Birmingham's Polish community, numbering around 35,000 people, drives steady imports of Polish food and consumer products.
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In brief — customs agency Birmingham
- Easy Clearance handles import, export, T1, ENS and GMR for businesses in the Birmingham area
- 100% remote service — documents via WhatsApp or email, no need for a visit
- Standard import clearance: quoted individually — quote provided once documents are submitted
- We know the specifics of the industries operating in and around Birmingham
Why is Birmingham an important point for Polish exporters?
Birmingham sits at the geographic centre of England, making it a natural hub for distributing goods. The junction of the M6, M42, M5 and M1 motorways allows for fast transport to every corner of the UK. The automotive industry centred around the Jaguar Land Rover HQ in nearby Coventry, and its Tier 1 suppliers, generates a steady import of metal, plastic and electronic components from Poland.
The National Exhibition Centre (NEC) at Birmingham Airport is the UK's largest trade fair venue. Polish companies exhibiting at NEC trade fairs regularly need ATA carnets for the temporary import of exhibits. Easy Clearance helps with the whole process — from the application to closing the carnet.
Birmingham Airport handles cargo for express business shipments, and Tilbury (London Gateway) and Felixstowe are the main container ports for goods bound for the West Midlands.
Our customs services in Birmingham and the surrounding area
Easy Clearance provides a full range of customs services for businesses importing and exporting goods through the United Kingdom:
- Import clearance — quoted individually per customs declaration (excluding duty and import VAT)
- Export clearance — quoted individually, including EX1, CMR and invoice documents
- T1 transit — quoted individually (covers opening in the UK and closing in an EU country; price depends on the country of closing)
- ENS (Entry Summary Declaration) — quoted individually
- GMR / GVMS number — quoted individually (required for ro-ro ferries)
- ATA Carnet — quoted individually + deposit (trade fair exhibits, temporary equipment)
- ToR (Transfer of Residence) — quoted individually (relocation goods)
- Regime 42 — quoted individually
More details are available on our UK customs clearance pricing page.
How we work — customs clearance step by step
- You send us your documents — invoice, packing list, CMR, HS code of the goods via WhatsApp or email. We check the documentation is complete.
- Quote and confirmation — within 1-2 hours you receive a detailed quote breaking down duty, VAT and agency fees. Once accepted, we proceed with clearance.
- Submitting the customs declaration — we prepare and submit the customs declaration through the CDS system. For imports we obtain a GMR number where required.
- Confirmation and documents — once approved, we send you an E2 (import acceptance) or E88 (export). The goods can then leave the port or reach the recipient in Birmingham.
You can read more about customs procedures in our guide to UK customs basics.
Customs support for businesses in the Birmingham area is provided by Easy Clearance — UK customs agency.
Customs Agency Birmingham — clearance for the West Midlands
Birmingham — the heart of industrial central England — is an inland city, so goods from Poland most often arrive here via three main ports: Felixstowe (the UK's leading container port, with routes to Gdańsk and Gdynia), London Gateway (around 190 km to the south via the M6/M1) and Hull (around 170 km to the north, with P&O and DFDS RoRo ferries to Rotterdam/Zeebrugge and transit to Poland). Birmingham is a hub for the automotive (JLR in Solihull), metalworking and logistics industries — typical Polish goods include metal components, body parts and steel products. Customs handling for West Midlands businesses requires efficient coordination between the customs agent and the forwarder, since most loads travel 150–200 km from the port to the recipient.
- Import clearance from Felixstowe and London Gateway — MRN and IE599 handling, coordination with the haulier
- Managing T1 transit for goods arriving via EU ports
- Issuing and verifying GB EORI numbers for West Midlands businesses
- Advisory on customs warehousing and inward processing for the automotive sector
Need customs clearance in Birmingham?
We provide comprehensive customs support for imports and exports, including CDS declarations and transit documentation. We respond to enquiries as quickly as possible and advise on what documents to prepare before shipping.
Call us on: +44 333 335 5072 or get in touch via our contact page.
Individual quote provided once documents are submitted.
Customs agency registered with CDS, UK EORI number.
Frequently asked questions
Do you handle the export of car parts from Poland to Birmingham?
Yes, automotive parts (HS 8708) are one of our specialities. We handle export clearance from Poland and import clearance into the UK for automotive industry suppliers.
Do we need an ATA Carnet for the NEC Birmingham trade fair?
Yes, exhibits for the NEC trade fair require an ATA Carnet if they are temporarily imported and due to return to Poland. Easy Clearance helps obtain the ATA Carnet through KIG (the Polish Chamber of Commerce).
What ports handle goods bound for Birmingham?
Most commonly: Tilbury (London Gateway), Felixstowe, or Southampton for containers; Dover/Folkestone for lorries; Hull for ferries from the Benelux.
How much does T1 transit through the UK to Birmingham cost?
T1 transit is quoted individually and covers opening the procedure in the UK and closing it in an EU country. For direct imports into the UK, T1 is not needed.
Do you have experience importing food for Polish shops in Birmingham?
Yes, we import food products regularly. We know which certificates are required for meat products (EHC), dairy and preserves.
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