Since the UK left the EU in December 2020 the commercial operators at Dover Western Docks and Stop 24 have worked with HMRC to provide capacity for the new customs processes.
As Sevington and Holyhead sites are now open and fully operational, the additional capacity at DWD and Stop 24 is no longer required by HMRC. Therefore, the department is encouraging trade to start using the facilities at Sevington from now.
Sevington will be able to deal with live animals under a carnet/CITES permit (principally horses or cats/dogs for breeding) and strategic exports/sanctioned goods.
Both DWD and Stop 24 will continue to offer customs services but these will incur a charge at their standard commercial rates.
Facilities will continue to be provided at DWD and Stop 24 for Sevington prohibited vehicles such as dangerous/hazardous goods which MUST be handled at those locations. These checks will continue to be free of charge.
The attached annex provides information on goods that should continue to attend DWD or Stop 24. This list is not exhaustive, please refer to detailed guidance on GOV.UK.
The following hazardous goods are excluded:
• class 1 substances and articles (explosives) and class 4.1 substances (polymerizing substances)
• category I or II nuclear material
• high consequence dangerous goods
• class 6.1 substances (insecticides)
• vehicles subject to Special Types General Order (STGO) 2003
