UK Customs Agency – Customs Clearance, Import, Export, T1, Advisory | Customs Clearance UK

UK Customs Agency – Customs Clearance, Import, Export, T1, Advisory | Customs Clearance UK
Contents
  1. 1. Import Declarations
  2. 2. Export Declarations
  3. 3. Transit Documents (T1 / T2)
  4. 4. Special Procedures
  5. 5. Vehicle Clearance (Cars, Motorcycles, Caravans)
  6. 6. ENS / Safety & Security Declarations
  7. 7. Customs Consulting and Advisory
  8. 8. Logistics Support and Additional Assistance
  9. 🌍 Why choose our agency?

1. Import Declarations

  • Comprehensive handling of goods imports into the United Kingdom.

  • Preparing and submitting customs declarations through the CDS (Customs Declaration Service).

  • Calculating customs and tax liabilities (duty, import VAT, excise).

  • Handling the Postponed VAT Accounting (PVA) procedure – accounting for VAT without payment at the point of clearance.

  • Advisory on tariff classification (HS code) and duty rates.

  • Verifying that documents comply with HMRC requirements (invoice, packing list, licences, certificates of origin).


2. Export Declarations

  • Preparing export declarations from the UK to EU and non-EU countries.

  • Generating an MRN (Master Reference Number) and export documents.

  • Handling preferential procedures (EUR.1, certificates of origin, statements on invoice).

  • Registering exports in the HMRC system and obtaining confirmations (Export Accompanying Document – EAD).

  • Advisory on embargoes and strategic or controlled goods.


3. Transit Documents (T1 / T2)

  • Opening and closing T1/T2 transit carnets.

  • Creating and managing the MRN for T1 in the NCTS system.

  • Arranging customs security (guarantees) for transit movements.

  • Coordinating the transit procedure at border crossings and customs offices (UK, EU).

  • Handling movements through the GVMS (Goods Vehicle Movement Service) – generating GMRs.


4. Special Procedures

  • Customs warehousing procedure – storing goods without the need for immediate payment of duty/VAT.

  • Inward Processing (IP) – importing raw materials/components for processing and subsequent re-export without customs charges.

  • Outward Processing (OP) – exporting goods for processing and their return with reduced charges.

  • Temporary Admission (TA) – temporary import of goods (e.g. trade fair equipment, machinery, vehicles).

  • Transfer of Residence Relief (ToR) – VAT and duty relief when relocating to the UK.


5. Vehicle Clearance (Cars, Motorcycles, Caravans)

  • Full handling of import clearance for vehicles (cars, motorcycles, motorhomes, caravans).

  • Support with excise and tax procedures.

  • Documentation required for registration with the DVLA and EU authorities.

  • Advisory on exemptions from charges (e.g. classic vehicles, ToR, returning vehicles).


6. ENS / Safety & Security Declarations

  • Preparing ENS safety declarations for shipments entering the UK.

  • Handling the new post-Brexit border requirements (S&S GB).

  • Ensuring compliance with supply chain security regulations.


7. Customs Consulting and Advisory

  • Advisory on trade agreements and preferential procedures (UK–EU, UK–third countries).

  • Help obtaining and maintaining an EORI number.

  • Tariff classification of goods and analysis of duty rates.

  • Training for transport companies and importers on handling customs documents.

  • Customs audits and preparing businesses for HMRC checks.


8. Logistics Support and Additional Assistance

  • Working with hauliers and freight forwarding companies (PL–UK, UK–EU).

  • Coordinating transport documentation (CMR, Bill of Lading, Air Waybill).

  • Integrating clearance with the transport schedule (minimising downtime).

  • Helping put together insurance documents and certificates of conformity.


🌍 Why choose our agency?

✅ Bilingual service (PL/EN) – ideal for Polish and international businesses
✅ Experience in clearing road, air and sea transport
✅ Speed – clearance within 24-48 hours
✅ Flexibility – handling everything from single clearances to large volumes
✅ Comprehensive support – from document preparation to assistance with HMRC checks

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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