To help traders prepare for the introduction of NCTS5, HMRC is issuing regular updates which via Gov.uk. The latest update provides information on: – Implementation of NCTS5 and downtime –
HMRC – NCTS5 Implementation Update
Category: General
HMRC Public Notice – Electronic Export Declaration Submission Requirements
The transition period to move from CHIEF to CDS ended on 4th June 2024. Consequently, the declaration submission requirements have changed, and the new Customs Declaration Service is now fully
Claim a repayment of overpaid import duty and VAT & Charges on rejected imports – Online Service is Live
Please be advised HMRC announced the launch of two new online services related to claiming a repayment of overpaid import duty and VAT and repayment or remission of charges on
REMINDER | Blackwall Tunnel SB Closures: 1-3 June, 8-10 June, 31-1 July
Please be reminded that the Blackwall Tunnel will be closed to southbound traffic across the following weekends 1-3 June, 8-10 June and 29 June-1 July, to help support carriageway works
HMRC Research Into Improving GVMS Messaging
HMRC has reached out to CLECAT to support them in connecting with a small number of hauliers to gain insights into how HMRC can improve the current driver messaging service,
In Memoriam: Carri Marais
It is with deep sadness and with heavy hearts that we inform you of the recent passing of our colleague and friend, Carri Marais, after a short illness. Carri joined
ALVS Guidance: Preventing and resolving ‘no match’ scenarios
In response to the recent issues relating to the Automatic Licence Verification System (ALVS), HMRC and Defra have created the following documents. These guides provide technical detail on how to
Short Straits half-term disruption – preparedness messaging
BIFA has received the following message from the Department of Transport which we have been requested to forward to its members. The Department just wanted to get in touch to
CDS Export Migration – Business Readiness Guidance
We are now less than 2 weeks away from the end of the CDS Export migration period. Please see below an update from HMRC to ensure your business is ready.
New Companies House Fees
BIFA has been advised that Companies House increased some of its fees on 1 May 2024. Companies House fees are set on a cost recovery basis. This means their fees
CDS Exports – Large MUCR Best Practice Document
In response to concerns raised by a number of traders who experienced slower than normal processing times in CDS Export, HMRC has drafted a useful guidance which provides instructions on
Important Information on Dangerous Good Regulations
We have been contacted by FIATA on behalf of IATA regarding Dangerous Goods certificates. Please refer to the important message below Ensure that your Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR) Certificates are
