Yes, the Commission has produced a FAQ which sets out some answers to questions relating to tax and customs. It is available here
For the purposes of customs, the UK is now treated as any other non-EU country. In particular, customs procedures and formalities apply to trade between
Trade samples, research and diagnostic samples, and display items are covered by animal by-products legislation. Such samples and items can be imported from third countries
There is a COVID-19 easement in place as part of the Office Control Regulations that allows the exporter/importer to send a scanned copy of the
Defra say they are committed to ensuring that EU stakeholders are aware of the changes required and have put the appropriate systems in place, as
Catch certificates are required for composite products with tariff codes that begin 1603 and 1604 where there is more than 20% fish content. Food supplements
No, from January 2021 documentary checks for live animals will be carried out remotely. APHA will carry out identity and physical checks on EU imports of
Yes, you’ll need to give the EU exporter or official veterinarian the unique notification number (UNN) produced by IPAFFS when you pre-notify APHA about the import. The exporter must
You must submit your notification in IPAFFS at least one working day before the expected time of arrival at the point of entry. You can submit
You’ll no longer have access to the EU’s import system TRACES (Trade Control and Expert System) from 1 January 2021. You’ll need to use the UK’s new Import