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Additional import controls are coming on 30 April 2024 - get ready now!
NEW import controls have been introduced and further changes will come into effect from 30 April 2024. Check what you need to do to be compliant and avoid disruption to your business and supply chain.
Read moreMeet the Buyer Webinar- Infrastructure Project Opportunity in Egypt - 21st March 2024 @ 10am
The Egyptian British Chamber of Commerce cordially invites companies in the infrastructure industry to attend an upcoming webinar.
The Webinar is designed to introduce Hassan Allam Construction (HAC), a subsidiary of Hassan Allam Holding (HAH), a huge Egyptian infrastructure company.
Read moreInternational Trade Centre Newsletter- March 2024
Containing key import and export news, updates, events and business support opportunities.
Read moreProof of Union Status
From 1st March 2024, there will be a new European system to store, manage and retrieve 'Proof of Union Status' (PoUS). This will replace the T2L certificate and suppliers’ declarations with a digital way of proving the customs status of Union goods.
Read moreReminder – 30th March 2024 Is Last Day For Export Declarations On CHIEF
HMRC has confirmed that the last day for making export declarations on CHIEF will be 30th March 2024 and that all businesses should declare goods through the CDS from this date.
Read more100% Customs Compliance Score!
Chamber’s experienced customs declaration team delighted to receive a 100% compliance score during latest audit.
Read moreDEFRA- Common Errors Found by Sample Health Certificate Checks and an IUU Documentation Reminder
SEVERAL common errors have been identified through the documentary checks undertaken since 31st January. DEFRA have summarised these and set out the official guidance related to these common errors to improve understanding and minimise errors being made in the future.
Read moreScale Of Red Sea Disruption Revealed
NEW research by the BCC’s Insights Unit has uncovered the scale of the impact on UK businesses caused by the disruption to shipping in the Red Sea.
Almost two fifths (37%) of more than 1,000 firms surveyed overall for the research said they had been impacted - with exporters, manufacturers and B2C businesses (which include retailers and wholesalers) far more likely to report an impact.
Important information about changes to the Customs Declaration Service (CDS) for goods moving into Northern Ireland
CHANGES to the Customs Declaration Service (CDS)
From 24 March 2024, there will be changes that will affect how you make declarations into Northern Ireland through the Customs Declaration Service (CDS). These changes will apply to goods moving into Northern Ireland from Great Britain (GB-NI) and to goods moving into Northern Ireland from a country outside of both the UK and the EU (Rest of World-NI).
Central Bank of Iraq Decision on Cash Withdrawals in US dollars
08/02/2024- update from the Embassy of The Republic of Iraq regarding cash withdrawals in US Dollars.
Read moreOpportunities in the USA: A road map to Texas -Webinar - 29th February, 2024 @2:30pm - 4:00pm
For those businesses looking to grow their existing footprint, make acquisitions or set up new operations in the USA, it is crucial that they plan appropriately so that no unexpected costs, delays, taxes or fines are experienced during the process.
Businesses from across the Northern Powerhouse are invited to join the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) and Blue Link Worldwide for a webinar highlighting the elements to consider when looking to expand in the USA, with a focus on the state of Texas.
With a strong trade and economic relationship between the UK and the state of Texas, there is no better time to consider this market as part of your export strategy.
The Border Target Operating Model – Compliance and Enforcement Approach January 31 to April 30 2024
DEFRA update on the requirements for traders:
The threats to public health and from animal and plant disease, such as African Swine Fever and Xylella fastidiosa, continue to change and it is important that responsive biosecurity controls are in place to combat them. The UK government will expect the supply chains of goods subject to Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) controls to be ready for the changes which came into place on 31 January 2024 .
Read moreNew Format for 2024! Beginners Export & Import Workshops in March
THESE step-by-step practical workshops have been created to give you the knowledge you need to run your export & import activities smoothly. They offer a comprehensive introduction suitable for businesses looking to trade internationally or for employees that are new to an import/export role.
Read moreInternational Trade Centre Newsletter - February 2024
Containing key import and export news, updates, events and business support opportunities.
Read moreTrade With Canada - What Happens Next?
Negotiations with Canada on a new free trade deal have broken down, but what does this mean for businesses trading with the country and what happens next?
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