Customs clearance for United Kingdom
Our customs team manages the complete customs clearance for shipments to and from United Kingdom. Trade zone: Derde land met vrijhandelsakkoord. AEO-F certified, experienced with pharmaceuticals, aerospace parts, food, valuables, electronics.
Customs United Kingdom at a glance
United Kingdom · Europe
- pharmaceuticals
- aerospace parts
- food
- valuables
- electronics
When importing to or exporting from United Kingdom certain customs aspects come into play. Aircargo.nl handles daily shipments to and from United Kingdom, especially in product categories pharmaceuticals, aerospace parts, food, valuables, electronics. Our AEO-F status (NL AEOF 0002440) ensures faster processing times and a lower chance of physical inspections.
On this page you’ll find the specific customs details for United Kingdom: trade regime, origin documents, typical processing times, and which documents are needed for smooth clearance.
United Kingdom and the EU have a free trade agreement. The correct origin document for preferential tariff is: factuurverklaring. With proper origin declaration, 0% or reduced import duties apply. We pre-check if your shipment qualifies and prepare the document.
Customs details for United Kingdom
Since January 1, 2021, the UK is a third country for the EU. Free trade agreement (TCA) in effect: 0% duties if origin rules are followed. A GB-EORI is now required alongside an EU EORI for import and export. For Northern Ireland, the Windsor Framework applies — under certain conditions, you can use your EU EORI with the XI prefix. We prepare the correct declarations for both sides of the border.
Typical documents for United Kingdom
Commercial invoice with origin declaration (TCA text), packing list, Air Waybill, EU EORI and GB EORI, possibly CHIEF/CDS declaration on the UK side by agent. For Northern Ireland: XI-prefix EORI possible.
We prepare these documents under our own authorization as an AEO-F customs broker. For Authorized Consignor shipments (ACR), export freight can depart immediately without delay at a customs office.
Key customs figures United Kingdom
Customs by goods category for United Kingdom
FAQ on customs clearance United Kingdom
How do I arrange customs clearance for imports from United Kingdom?
We handle the import declaration through DMS under our AEO-F authorization. With correct documentation, release usually occurs within a few hours. When possible, we arrange pre-arrival declarations so your shipment doesn’t sit idle unnecessarily.
And for exports from the Netherlands to United Kingdom?
Under our ACR license (Authorized Consignor), export shipments can depart directly from our or your location. For preferential tariffs in United Kingdom, we prepare the correct origin document: factuurverklaring.
Can I pay import duties in a consolidated manner?
Under our DPO license (Deferred Payment), you can settle import duties and VAT grouped — monthly instead of per shipment. This provides a direct cash flow advantage for regular import flows from United Kingdom.
How long does customs clearance take between the Netherlands and United Kingdom?
Typically 2-6 hours (depending on UK-side clearance). Our AEO-F status ensures priority handling and a lower rate of physical inspections.
What if I’m not established in the EU?
For clients located outside the EU, we act as indirect representative under our customs broker authorization. Learn more on our representation page.
Ready for customs clearance with United Kingdom?
Request a quote for customs clearance between the Netherlands and United Kingdom. We respond within 4 hours with a fixed price.