DTI : Direct Trader Input

An arrangement under which traders key customs declarations direct to the Customs entry processing system CHIEF.

Read more DUCR : Declaration Unique Consignment Reference (Export)

The Declaration Unique Consignment Reference (DUCR) and the optional Part suffix is the main reference key to any Customs Handling of Import & Export Freight (CHIEF

Read more Dunnage

Wood and packaging materials used to keep cargo in place inside a container or transportation vehicle.

Read more Duties and Taxes

Import duties and taxes and/or export duties and taxes.

Read more Duty Relief

Duty relief is provided for outward processing special circumstances, returned goods, or products of sea-fishing.

Read more DV1 : Declaration of Value

A form accompanying the customs declaration where it is necessary to establish the customs value.

Read more e-AAD : Electronic Administrative Accompanying Document

European businesses trading in excise goods (alcohol, tobacco and energy products).

Read more EAD : Export Accompanying Document

An EAD is a document that accompanies goods to the office of exit.

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Latest News

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HMRC Update - CDS scheduled maintenance : Sat 28th March, 20.00 until Sun 29th Mar 2026, 05.45

Due to scheduled maintenance the Customs Declaration Service (CDS) will be unavailable to all users…

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Compliant import & export documentation for industrial cleaning products

UK-based manufacturing company, Quill International Group, needed a simple and reliable way to…

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HMRC Update - GVMS System Maintenance : Tues 10th March 10.00-11.00pm

GVMS system maintenance between 10:00pm and 11:00pm on Tuesday 10th March 2026.During this period…

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HMRC Update - Instructions for moving goods using the Goods Vehicle Movement Service (GVMS)

HMRC is reminding hauliers and drivers to check and follow inspection instructions when moving…

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HMRC Update - Electronic Travel Authorisation

Eligible HGV drivers travelling to the UK without a visa need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (…

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Customs Clearance - What's New in 2026

2025 was an eventful year for changes to customs clearance requirements and regulation, and 2026…