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Use this system if you're moving goods moving into Northern Ireland from Great Britain, or into Northern Ireland from countries outside the EU, and need to make an entry summary declaration.
From 7 October 2025, dogs commercially imported from Romania must have a negative Brucella canis test result. Find out how to send samples to Great Britain for testing.
Find out how to reclaim Excise Duty on fuel used in making marine voyages if you're entitled to claim.
Find the documents for details of the conditions in which a 'good' may be eligible for a relief from the standard tariff rate.
What happens if you underpay import or export duties and who is responsible for the debt.
Use Temporary Admission to pay no duty on goods you temporarily import from outside the UK and then re-export.
Check the definition of composite products and understand the import rules and restrictions, depending on the ingredients in your food product.
Find out if you need to register to store goods in the UK for sellers established outside the UK.
Use the Safety and Security GB (S&S GB) service if you import goods into Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales) and need to make an entry summary declaration.
Apply for an export certificate to establish products in overseas markets.
Use the Customs Handling of Import and Export Freight (CHIEF) service to apply. Individuals must use print and post forms C285 (CHIEF) or C&E1179 (CHIEF).
Guidance on the UK prohibitions and restrictions for imports and exports.
Any person or organisation involved in a transaction with those subject to financial sanctions will first need a licence from OFSI.
Find out if you can claim relief from employer Class 1 National Insurance contributions when you employ someone in a UK Freeport or Investment Zone special tax site.
Countries have their own rules about what goods you can bring in using an ATA Carnet. Check with the issuer in the country you’re exporting to.
How to import or move fish for human consumption to the UK.
Find out which type of account you need to apply for so you can delay paying most customs or tax charges when you import goods or release goods from an excise warehouse.
Check which documents you need to carry if you're the driver or a passenger in a lorry or other heavy goods vehicle (HGV) that crosses international borders.
Establishments approved to export animals and animal products to Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales) and how competent authorities can change the establishment list.
Find out how to send parcels from Great Britain to private individuals in Northern Ireland.
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