Below is a summary of important things to remember for UK imports and exports.
A number of issues have been causing delays for goods moving from the UK into the EU throughout the industry, including an increase in documentation, customs clearance delays and vehicles being stopped and turned around due to incorrect and incomplete customs paperwork.
From our interaction with customers a main challenge is related to documentation – which is why it is extremely important that we receive the required documentation and information to move your goods at the time of booking.
We strongly recommend that you ensure you are fully prepared before wanting to import and/or export you good to help ensure you avoid unnecessary delays and extra costs.
Incomplete documentation will inevitably result in delays and possible extra charges – we are to help you through the process and avoid these unwanted situations.
It is very important that you send your Delamode representative the correct commercial shipment documentation at the time of your booking. It is also vital to ensure all the correct information is contained on a commercial invoice to prevent any delays
The use of wooden pallets/packaging material must be compliant to ISPM15 heat treatment the UK Government (DEFRA) have confirmed that from the 1st January 2021, it will be a legal requirement for all wood packaging material moving in both directions between UK and the EU to be compliant with a treatment and mark as specified in the International Standard for Phytosanitary measures No 15 (ISPM15).
By entrusting Delamode Baltics, one of the leading freight forwarders in the Baltics, with your freight you will have the guarantee of the support of professionals.
Working alongside our Delamode UK office we were one of the very first companies to load and deliver shipments in the UK in 2021 and continue to do so frequently and seamlessly. We will take great care of your freight from start to finish.
All post Brexit procedures and custom formalities including EX1, T1 declarations will be handle by us – helping you to avoid delays and extra costs!
If you have cargo that needs moving and want to avoid customs delays and extra contact us today: