Inventory-linked Ports

The customs declaration is linked to the inventory system at the port of destination. This interfaces with CHIEF/CDS for electronic customs clearance.

Read more IPR : Inward Processing

The Customs procedure under which certain goods can be brought into the country, relieved from payment of import duties and taxes, on the basis that such goods are intended for manufacturing, processing or repair and subsequent exportation.

Read more IRU : International Road Union

Trusted voice for mobility and logistics

Read more Issuing Association

An association which is approved by the Customs authorities to issue ATA, CPD or TIR carnets.

Read more JTPF : EU Joint Transfer Pricing Forum

It works within the framework of the OECD TPG and operates on the basis of consensus to propose to the Commission pragmatic, non-legislative solutions to practical problems posed by transfer pricing practices in the EU.

Read more LCL : Less-than-Container-Load

Less-than-Container-Load

Read more LCP : Local Clearance Procedure

Under CFSP, Local Clearance Procedure is used to release goods to a Customs Procedure from designated premises (usually inland).

Read more Loading List

Document that may be used when more than one item is being carried under transit.

Read more

Latest News

...

Complete guide to ELO (the new French customs requirement)

UPDATE 01/08/2025 - We have been informed by HMRC that French customs will be postponing the…

...

HMRC Update - ICS List of Stop Words

Please find below an updated list of stop words published by the EU.  As a reminder, a stop…

...

Introducing our new Business Development Manager, Ewa

We recently had a new addition to the CustomsLink team. Ewa has years of experience helping…

...

APHA Update - Lumpy Skin Disease outbreak in France

Following last week's announcement regarding the outbreak of Lumpy Skin Disease (LSD) in Italy, we…

...

APHA Update - Foot and Mouth Disease in Austria and Lumpy Skin Disease in Italy

Foot and Mouth Disease Update - Austria"Following an assessment, the United Kingdom has removed the…

...

DEFRA Update - Fruit and veg import checks scrapped ahead of UK-EU deal

In advance of a new SPS agreement with EU, fruit and veg imports will require no fees or border…