Imports overview

Importing goods - standard process:

Determine who will be the importer into the UK - you are strongly advised to appoint a customs/import agent
Agree terms and conditions with your supplier (including Incoterms®)
Determine the commodity code /goods tariff classification
Establish if there is any import VAT to pay
Establish if there is any Customs duty to pay
Are there any VAT / duty reliefs available?
Check if your goods require an import licence or certificate
Instruct the carrier/agent (clearance instructions) and provide documentation
Import entry declaration made by agent to HMRC on our behalf
Transactions process on CUFS and payment made

Common Scenarios where a different process may be appropriate
You will need to follow the Standard Import model as outlined in the steps above unless one of the following scenarios applies. Sending goods for repair & return Bringing goods in temporarily Bringing goods in you baggage or vehicle to sell or use in the University Postal imports less than £135 Moving goods between Northern Ireland and Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales)

Common Scenarios where a different process may be appropriate

You will need to follow the Standard Import model as outlined in the steps above unless one of the following scenarios applies.

Sending goods for repair & return
Bringing goods in temporarily
Bringing goods in you baggage or vehicle to sell or use in the University
Postal imports less than £135
Moving goods between Northern Ireland and Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales)

The Import & Export hub can help with any of the above. It will help to complete the Import export enquiry form.