Facilitates the movement of goods across borders of member countries (EU Member States, Turkey, Iceland, Norway, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, North Macedonia and Serbia) by only requiring customs declarations and payment of duties when goods arrive at their final destination. The UK is a member of the CTC now, and will continue to be a member once it has left the EU.

Latest News

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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…

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HMRC Update : Import Control System 2 (ICS2) – act now to be ready by 31 December 2025

Import Control System 2 (ICS2) is the new IT system for submitting entry summary (ENS) declarations…

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Douane (French Customs) update - ICS2 Road, Rail Vectors and Unaccompanied Trailers Important Reminder: End of Transition on 31 December 2025

The ICS2 transition period for road and rail vectors and for unaccompanied trailers ends on 31…

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HMRC Update - CDS System Maintenance, Sat 13 - Sun 14 December 2025

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