Who needs to register for an EORI number

by tiemadmin | Jan 30, 2025 | Customs Duties

If you are moving goods across borders, an EORI number may be essential for customs clearance. Whether trading with the EU, Northern Ireland, or beyond, knowing which type you need—GB, XI, or EU—can save time and hassle. Here’s what you need to know....

Hiring customs agents

by tiemadmin | May 2, 2024 | Customs Duties

Customs declarations can be difficult and time consuming to complete. Businesses can make their own custom's declarations; however, this is complex and requires specialist skills and software.  Most businesses use a specialist such as a customs agent, broker,...

Online check how to import or export goods

by tiemadmin | Apr 4, 2024 | Customs Duties

HMRC has a useful online tool to help UK business owners check how to import or export goods. This online tool can be used by businesses, the self-employed and agents acting on behalf of a business. Using the online tool you can obtain information on: the...

Customs Declaration Service open for business

by tiemadmin | Mar 19, 2024 | Customs Duties

All businesses can now move their export declarations to the Customs Declaration Service (CDS), HMRC has confirmed. Businesses who have yet to move their export declarations to CDS will have a transition period to move across, until 4 June 2024. After this...

Does your business offer customs services?

by tiemadmin | Feb 6, 2024 | Customs Duties

If your business does offer customs services, did you know that HMRC could offer you a free listing on their published lists. HMRC do not vet, approve or recommend individual firms. Information is simply provided to HMRC by customs agents and fast parcel operators and...