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International Trade News Customs Declarations Services From 1 January 2021, UK companies trading with the EU are required to complete Customs Declarations whether you are exporting to or importing from the EU27. A report from the National Audit Office in November 2020 indicated that customs declarations are expected to go from 50 million to around 270 million per year. ChamberCustoms is a customs intermediary with direct links to all sea, air, rail, road ports and terminals in the UK. We are ready to help you keep control while we do the hard stuff, and always acting in your best interests every step of the way. Cambridgeshire Chambers of Commerce delivers customs agent services for UK importers and exporters, of all sizes, in every region of the United Kingdom. With our extensive knowledge, reputation and first-class service in facilitating international trade, we can take the hassle out of your hands when it comes to exporting and importing goods. The service is offered direct to UK businesses and through UK freight forwarders, ensuring that customs clearance is accurate, timely and avoids additional costs through delays or errors. With direct links to the HMRC Customs handling system and all inventory linked ports, we can ensure that your goods, no matter where they enter or leave the UK, will be cleared for onward transportation smoothly. We can help you keep your time sensitive supply chains, moving efficiently and economically. We offer: • A high level of compliance and assurance for customers • Confidence on tariff and data entry to remove fiscal risk; backed by the technical expertise • A wealth of international trade experience and expertise.
INTERESTED IN USING OUR CUSTOMS AGENT SERVICES?
DO WE NEED TO BE A MEMBER OF THE CHAMBER FOR USING YOUR CUSTOMS AGENT SERVICES? No, however, due to demand we are giving priority to members and/or export documentation customers.
WHAT ARE THE COSTS ASSOCIATED TO YOUR CUSTOMS AGENT SERVICES? Please register your details and a member of the team will confirm these. The costs vary depending on the number of declarations you will be making.
WHAT KIND OF REPRESENTATION DO YOU OFFER? We only offer direct representation. If you wish to understand the difference between acting directly or indirectly, please refer to the UK Gov Guidance https://www.gov.uk/guidance/appoint-someone-todeal-with-customs-on-your-behalf
ARE YOU ABLE TO HELP US WITH T1 (TRANSIT) DOCUMENTATION? Yes. We are able to offer this service. Contact a member of the international trade team for further information on how to get set up to do your customs entries and T1 transit entries. Telephone 01223 237414 or email internationaltrade@cambscci.co.uk
WHAT IS YOUR CURRENT TURNAROUND TIME? Should we receive all the required information to complete your declarations, we deliver within one-two business days. If information is missing, then delays should be expected.
WHAT ARE THE SERVICE HOURS FOR YOUR CUSTOMS CLEARANCE SERVICE? Monday to Friday from 9.00am to 5.00pm.
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Contact the International Trade team on 01223 237414 or email customsdeclarations@cambscci.co.uk and a member of the team will provide you with all the information to get you started.
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