Policy paper

UK border requirements: national statement of expectations (NSE)

This document sets out the standards and requirements for border infrastructure and facilities at ports.

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UK border requirements: national statement of expectations

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This UK border requirements NSE supports the implementation of the 2025 UK Border Strategy.

Aimed at port operators and the border industry, this document provides:

  • clarification of existing border processes - for example, customs approvals and designation of immigration control areas
  • transparency of the port development process
  • access to the set of Border Force infrastructure standards

This document will be updated when further changes are made to border requirements and processes.

Published 8 February 2024