What is CustomsLink? | CustomsLink®

CustomsLink (part of the Stena Line group of companies) is a cloud-based software program that enables users to make import and export customs declarations with the added benefit of using the same data to cover other necessary UK-EU port and border processes connected with ferry shipping to/from the UK.

This includes lodging Safety and Security Declarations and requesting GMR numbers from the UK’s GMVS system. The platform is accessible on smartphone, tablet and desktop and is online 24/7 to provide the solution to your Brexit headache with an easy-to-complete user journey, supported by self-explanatory guides that help you, step by step through the process. Our aim is to ensure your wheels keep turning.

Latest News

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Get to Know the CustomsLink Team (Part One)

Meet some of the friendly faces who work tirelessly to ensure that all our clients receive the best…

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UK Government Update - New Border Target Operating Model Update (August 2023)


The UK Government has today (29 August 2023) published a new Border Target Operating Model (BTOM…

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HMRC Update - Phased approach to CDS export migration announced

A new phased approach for businesses moving export declarations to the Customs Declaration Service…

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What is a Temporary Admission (TA)?

This is a customs process used to import goods into IE or NI on a temporary basis. 

According to…

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HMRC Update - GVMS/CDS Maintenance : Mon 31st July 2023, 11:55pm to 01:05am Tues 1st Aug 2023


We will be making changes to the Customs Declarations Service (CDS) on Monday 31st July 2023. As a…

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Increased SPS UK Border Controls from Late 2023 

There will be multiple changes to sanitary and phytosanitary rules from later this year.

From…