1. What are the changes in imports from an EU country?
The UK has left the EU. There will be new processes that importers must follow. These processes will be introduced in 3 stages. From 1
2. What are the changes for import from an EU country from 1 January 2021?
There are new rules for importing animal products, live animals, ABPs, and germinal products into England, Scotland, and Wales from the EU from 1 January
3. What are the changes for imports from an EU country from 1 April 2021?
There are new rules for importing animal products, live animals and germinal products, and high-risk food and feed not of animal origin into England, Scotland
4. What are the changes in imports from an EU country from 1 July 2021?
There are new rules for importing animal products, live animals and germinal products, and high-risk food and feed not of animal origin into England, Scotland,
Currently, our imports are done through TRACES, but as of 1 January we will not have access to this. Will there be a new procedure in place?
From January 2021, live animals and germinal products imported from the EU will be subject to new import controls. These include the requirement for health
Does the EHC need to travel with the consignment?
Yes, for animal and animal-related products imported into GB, the EHC should travel with the consignment. The EU exporter will also need to provide an
Has the EU Commission produced any guidance to help those exporting goods to the UK?
Yes, the Commission has produced a FAQ which sets out some answers to questions relating to tax and customs. It is available here
What is the general situation regarding customs requirements for my EU suppliers?
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