Customs & Documentation Support

  • HMRC compliant customs clearance for all international moves
  • Complete import and export documentation handling
  • 20+ years managing complex customs procedures

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    Your International Move Documentation in 4 Steps

    You book

    It's easy – simply tell us what and when you'd like to move.

    We collect

    Our team will do all the heavy lifting & packing.

    We store

    Your items will remain safe under lock, key & 24/7 CCTV.

    We deliver

    We'll return your items to your new home or workspace.

    Complete Customs Clearance and Documentation

    Navigating Post-Brexit Customs Requirements

    International moves now require precise customs documentation to ensure smooth clearance through HMRC and EU authorities. Our customs support team handles everything from commercial invoices to certificates of origin, ensuring your belongings clear customs without delays. We’ve managed over 2,000 international moves since Brexit, understanding exactly what documentation customs authorities require for different types of shipments. Whether you’re importing goods into the UK or exporting personal effects abroad, our customs experts ensure full regulatory compliance at every stage.

    Import and Export Documentation We Handle

    Our comprehensive customs documentation service covers every aspect of international goods movement:

    • Customs declarations: Complete CDS submissions and HMRC compliance
    • Commercial invoices: Accurate valuations and commodity classifications
    • Certificates of origin: EU and international trade documentation
    • ATA Carnets: Temporary import permits for business equipment
    • Restricted goods permits: Licensing for controlled items and live animals

    Why Professional Customs Handling Matters

    Customs clearance delays can add weeks to your international move and result in unexpected duty charges. Our customs specialists prevent these issues:

    • HMRC Expertise – Direct relationships with customs authorities and deep knowledge of current regulations ensure faster clearance.
    • Duty Optimisation – Proper classification and documentation minimise VAT and customs duty charges on your shipment.
    • Compliance Guarantee – Stay compliant with changing post-Brexit rules and avoid costly penalties or shipment holds.

    Global Trade Documentation Support

    ✓ Customs clearance at all major UK ports and airports
    ✓ EU and international export documentation
    ✓ Brexit-compliant procedures for Northern Ireland moves

    Quality You Can Trust

    Certified to the highest industry standards

    We operate in full compliance with internationally recognised ISO standards, ensuring consistency, safety and quality across every project.

     

     

    Trusted by Leading Companies Across the UK

    Join the companies that already made their move with us.

    We plant a tree for every move booked!

    We’re proud to plant trees with @Treeapp, a leading global tree planting organisation operating sites across the world.

    With a dedication to reforest our planet, their work spans across 5 continents, having reforestation projects across 17+ countries with a specific focus on countries where they’re most needed.

    195
    Trees planted
    1301 m²
    Land reforested
    21.3 t CO²
    Absorbed across trees’ lifetime

    What our customs & documentation support customers say

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Costs vary depending on shipment complexity and destination. We provide transparent quotes including all HMRC fees and customs duty estimates. Our documentation service typically represents less than 5% of your total moving costs.

    We prepare all required customs documents including declarations, commercial invoices, and certificates of origin. Our team submits these to HMRC through the Customs Declaration Service (CDS) and coordinates with customs authorities at your destination port.

    The Customs Declaration Service (CDS) is HMRC's system for processing import and export declarations. We handle all CDS submissions on your behalf, ensuring accurate commodity codes and valuations for smooth customs clearance.

    Standard customs clearance takes 1-3 working days at UK ports. Complex shipments with restricted goods or incomplete documentation may take longer. Our customs experts expedite the process through proper preparation and direct customs authority contact.

    Yes, we manage customs clearance and documentation for moves to over 150 countries. Our global logistics network includes customs experts familiar with local import requirements and international trade regulations.

    Contact us!

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    0208 3517 101

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