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WHEN IS A CUSTOMS
DECLARATION REQUIRED?

All shipments which need to be placed under a customs procedure must have a Customs Declaration.
This is required when:

1. When being imported into the U.K

Goods which are to be imported must be designated an approved used within the Customs Territory

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2. When being exported from the U.K

Goods which are due to be exported must be placed under the Export Procedure

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Failure to obtain a Customs Declaration may result in costly delays at the border, duty relief/VAT zero-rating being disallowed, seizure of goods or even in some cases fiscal or criminal penalties.

 

Where a Customs Declaration is required, the importing country will usually use the Declaration to ensure:

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  • They collect any owed import duty

  • That the Importer has met any licensing requirements for the goods

  • The prevention of unauthorised return of duty-free goods

  • They check goods that are subject to specific controls

  • They maintain security and safety

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