As the UK is not a member of the EU, there are various aspects to consider when shipping. We are happy to support you with our customs clearance service.
A commercial invoice and export documents are always required for shipments to the UK. Cargoboard will be happy to provide you with a sample commercial invoice after booking and take care of the export declaration to customs. If you wish, we can also work with your own customs agent.
In order for customs clearance to work smoothly, you need an EORI number. The EORI number can be applied for at customs and is required for the dutiable shipment of goods.
Unfortunately, we cannot offer you shipments to Great Britain that contain dangerous goods or are to be delivered directly to private customers.
If you want to send your goods to Ireland, no customs clearance is necessary. Such a shipment is treated in the same way as a shipment within the European Union.
What customs documents do I need for shipping to the UK?
- Commercial invoice for the shipments
- Packing list or delivery note
- EORI number and Tax identification number of the consignor from Germany
- Each company receives its own Tax identification number for the movement of goods and services within the European Union.
- EORI number and VAT number of the consignees in GB
- The VAT number stands for Valued Added Tax and is the counterpart to the tax identification number for Great Britain. Each business in the UK is given its own VAT number. EORI number and VAT number can be requested from your consignees.
- Import instructions for GB shipments
- You will receive the import instructions after the booking process.
- Customs tariff number
- Origin of the goods (if applicable, declaration of origin)
- Delivery condition (Cargoboard delivers only DAP)
You can find further information on customs clearance here.