A Safety & Security Declaration (SSD) or Entry Summary Declaration (ENS) is used by border authorities to analyse the potential risk caused to their territory by goods crossing their border. It is not about the duties and taxes.
Read more What is a Transport Contract?A transport contract is an agreement between two parties for the movement of goods from one place to another, whether it is written or verbal agreement.
Read more What is a UN ID number and where can I get one?A United Nations (UN) number is a four-digit number which is used to identify a specific hazardous material or article. These article require a licence of shipment.
Read more What is S&S GB (SSGB)?S&S GB (Safety & Security Great Britain) is the Entry Summary Declaration (ENS) service for goods imported into Great Britain from the EU and RoW. This is now a legal requirement. Businesses who are ready to start submitting S&S declarations before this date are encouraged to do so.
Read more What is the Short Straits Dual Freight Location Codes (FLC)?To ensure flexibility when moving goods out of Great Britain via the Port of Dover or Eurotunnel there is a dual Freight Location Code (FLC) that should be used. This will help to avoid errors within the Goods Movement Reference (GMR).
Read more I am unable to fill in the details myself, can CustomsLink do this for me?Yes, CustomsLink can complete a customs declaration for you using our Managed Customs Clearance service. Speak to our team about your requirements.
Read more Does CustomsLink act as my representative?CustomsLink can act as a direct representative. The party being represented is known as the declarant and is obliged to meet all the obligations arising from the declaration.
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