At Tankel Logistics, we understand that navigating customs procedures can be one of the most challenging aspects of international shipping, especially following Brexit. Our comprehensive customs clearance services ensure your cargo moves smoothly between the UK and Europe without unnecessary delays or complications.
When you book transportation with us, we'll guide you through the customs requirements for your specific route. You'll need to provide basic information about your shipment, including:
Our customs experts handle the rest, preparing and submitting all necessary documentation to ensure compliance with both UK and EU regulations. With our customs warehouse facilities in Poland, we can also accommodate transit shipments requiring temporary storage under customs supervision.
Since Brexit, most shipments require export declarations from the country of origin, import declarations at the destination, and possibly transit documents if crossing multiple territories. We'll advise on the specific requirements for your shipment and handle the documentation process.
With properly prepared documentation, customs clearance typically takes 1-2 days. Our pre-clearance procedures often allow shipments to move through customs with minimal delay, helping maintain our 5-day delivery timeline for groupage shipments.
Yes, we provide complete customs clearance services for both directions. We can handle export declarations in the EU (EX1), transit documents (T1), entry summary declarations (ENS), and import clearance in the UK (CDS Import), as well as the reverse process for UK to EU shipments.
Our customs warehouse in Poland allows us to receive and store goods under customs supervision with transit declarations (T1). This facility simplifies the process for shipments moving between the UK and EU, offering temporary storage while customs formalities are completed.
Customs clearance services incur separate fees from transportation costs, including documentation preparation and submission charges. There may also be duties, taxes, and VAT payable on imports, which vary based on commodity type, origin, and value. We provide transparent pricing for our services and can advise on potential duty and tax implications.