Are you Seeking Reliable Import Customs Clearance Services?

United Cargo Services Ltd offers a service to clear shipments through Customs on behalf of the importers in the UK.  The process is to submit a Customs Declaration Import Documentation and pay the correct revenue if required for the imported goods into one’s country.

Whether it’s a gift coming from another part of the world or commercial Goods in which you have imported for your business, customs clearance regulations state an import declaration must be submitted to customs by Law for the importing country.

WHY DO YOU NEED AN AGENT?

There are many reasons why you need an agent who has complete access to the laws regarding customs clearances and taxes. A customs clearing agent ensures customs clearance declaration are done correctly so specified goods are permitted entry into the country, for this process you need to fulfil the documentation and pay tax if required. The whole process may take a long time or may need expertise of an agent to deal with it.

What An Importer Needs To Know:

Mostly, the declarations are processed electronically.  The declaration is submitted through the source of Customs Handling Of Import and Export Freight (CHIEF).

The importer needs to find out before importing goods, whether there are any restrictions or licenses required for goods arriving into the country. The UK Custom laws require you to register before importing goods i.e. if the importer wants to import plants, fruits, vegetables, or flowers etc., it needs to get registered with PEACH (Procedure For Electrical Application For Certificates from the Horticultural Marketing Inspectorate). The taxes and the customs duty are dependent on the quantity of the goods. Only a capable agent will be able to guide you correctly through these details. Similarly, you need a scientific licence if you’re wishing to import prohibited plants, pathogens, soil, etc. Our agents will get the authorization approved by APHA (Animal and Plant Health Agency). Some prohibited plants and chemicals are only allowed to be import into the UK for official research, scientific testing, breeding and for other official reasons. You will require an agent who has the experience over years in the respective field to lead you correctly with the customs clearance information under the customs rules and taxes of the UK laws.

What is the procedure for Import Customs Duty & VAT?

Depending on the products, you need to pay customs Duty and VAT if it is required. The customs Duty and VAT may vary according to the specified imported items.