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In the UK, for import a C88 (Single Administrative Document (SAD)) or for export an MRN are the returned documents that a customs agent will receive once a customs declaration has been submitted. These show the acceptance of a live declaration. Route dependent, providing all the required conditions have been met, the goods will then be cleared. For import, these will include payment (or deferment) of import duty and VAT. In addition, any customs examinations and port health checks have been successfully completed and subsequently cleared (usually for plant or animal-based products, also called SPS goods). For Export, customs will check that the carrier has tied a DUCR to the export manifest.

Yes absolutely. However, if your business is not VAT registered it will not be able to reclaim the VAT paid on imports. Non-VAT registered businesses can still apply for an EORI number, and it is possible to reclaim any VAT paid should you choose to register for VAT later in the same tax year.

Only if you are a VAT registered business in the UK. You will also need to have an authorized GB prefixed EORI number. The EORI number is a declaration code that your company uses to identify as an importer of record & this intern allows you to reclaim the import VAT via a C79 certificate.

Some foodstuffs will require additional information to be submitted to port health for clearance. Many foodstuffs are permitted for importation when all the required documentation accompanies the movement. All importers are obligated to ensure that ALL documents are complete before a shipment is booked.

It can sometimes happen that carriers will not stop at customs office or designated area and deliver the goods prior to customs formalities being completed. In these cases, it is always the importer that is responsible before customs. Hence it is very important for the importers to engage into the process and only use trusted and professional carriers for clearing goods through customs.