Export Accompanying Document (EAD)

Serves as proof that goods have been declared to customs and are allowed to leave the EU. It accompanies the goods to their destination. You or your representative are required to submit an export declaration and obtain customs clearance before the goods can exit the UK.

T1 / T2

A transit declaration is a document used to track the movement of goods from one place to another without incurring customs duties or other taxes. In the UK, this declaration is necessary for goods being transported through the country or between the UK and the EU. It ensures that the goods comply with applicable laws and regulations, helping to facilitate their smooth passage across borders.

Import Clearance


Process through which goods entering a country are reviewed and authorized by customs authorities before they can be released into the local market. This involves the submission of necessary documentation, such as import declarations, invoices, and certificates of origin, to the customs authorities

GMR


A Goods Movement Reference (GMR) is a unique identifier used in the UK to facilitate the movement of goods across borders, particularly in the context of post-Brexit trade between the UK and the EU. It is part of the Goods Vehicle Movement Service (GVMS), which is a system designed to streamline customs processes for vehicles transporting goods.

Smart Border crossing


As part of re-establishing the border between the United Kingdom and the European Union, French Customs has developed an information system that enables businesses to automate the border crossing process for heavy goods vehicles (HGVs). This innovative solution will be implemented at all entry and exit points in the Calais region and across the Channel-North Sea area.

Temporary Import / Export

Temporary import/export refers to the process of bringing goods into or out of a country for a limited period without the intention of selling or permanently using them in that location. These goods are typically used for specific purposes, such as trade shows, exhibitions, repairs, or testing, and are intended to be returned to the country of origin after use.

TSS
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The Trader Support Service (TSS) is a free UK government service designed to assist businesses with the customs processes required for moving goods between Great Britain and Northern Ireland.

PBN

A Pre-Boarding Notification (PBN) is a digital notification used in Ireland to streamline the customs process for vehicles transporting goods between Ireland and Great Britain. It consolidates all customs declarations related to a particular vehicle into a single reference, which must be submitted before the vehicle arrives at the port.

ATA Carnet

An ATA Carnet is an international customs document that allows goods to be temporarily imported into and exported from multiple countries without paying customs duties or taxes. It serves as a "passport for goods," simplifying customs procedures for items like commercial samples, professional equipment, and goods for exhibitions.

EURO 1 Certificate


The EUR.1 Certificate is a customs document used in international trade to certify the origin of goods, particularly within the European Union and its trading partners. It helps exporters claim preferential tariff rates under free trade agreements.

EUR-MED

The EUR-MED Certificate is a customs document used in trade between the European Union (EU) and countries in the Mediterranean region. It certifies the origin of goods under the Euro-Mediterranean Agreement, which allows for preferential tariff rates and facilitates trade between the EU and Mediterranean partner countries.

UK Certificate of Origin

The UK Certificate of Origin is a document used in international trade to confirm the origin of goods being exported from the United Kingdom. It certifies that the goods originate from the UK, which can be essential for complying with trade agreements and regulations in the importing country