Importing Agricultural Machinery from England

Our services include

• Help with HS classification for machinery imports from the UK — we help identify the correct HS code for agricultural machinery, ensuring compliance with the regulations.
• Advisory on importing agricultural machinery from England — support in understanding and applying the HS system and resolving questions around tariff classification.
• Support throughout the import process — from preparing customs documentation, through advice on the machinery's use and technical features, to checking duty and tax rates.

Customs clearance rules for agricultural machinery imports from the UK

Importing agricultural machinery from the UK means following specific customs procedures. The process is complex and requires a precise understanding of the rules and a complete set of the required documentation.

Required customs documentation

• Purchase invoice for the machinery.
• Waybill (CMR) or another appropriate transport document.
• Certificate of origin for the goods, if available.
• Machinery documents, such as vehicle registration documents.
• EORI number, required for international transactions.

Tariff classification (HS code)

HS classification is key to a correct customs declaration for agricultural machinery — it depends on the machine's technical details, its purpose and its characteristics. Code 8701, covering tractors, includes sub-categories from pedestrian-controlled tractors to tractors of various engine outputs.

VAT payment deferral

VAT deferral is possible once the relevant application has been submitted and specific criteria are met. A bank guarantee or other security may be required, and VAT should be paid within a set period after approval.

Importing agricultural machinery from England and other parts of the UK calls for the right knowledge and experience in international logistics and customs regulations — careful preparation of the documentation is key to a smooth clearance.