As recently communicated in BIFAlink and on BIFAlink TV, a new EU Entry-Exit System (EES) is being introduced. At the time our communications were published, the implementation date was unclear, but
Update on EU Entry-Exit System
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As recently communicated in BIFAlink and on BIFAlink TV, a new EU Entry-Exit System (EES) is being introduced. At the time our communications were published, the implementation date was unclear, but
Responding to today’s report from the National Audit Office about the state of the UK’s post EU exit border ambitions, the British International Freight Association said: In December 2020, when
On Friday, 9th February 2024, BIFA was advised by the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) that it will not recommend to the Secretary of State for Business and Trade that
The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) has announced enforcement action and consumer warnings regarding a hazardous e-bike battery produced by a Chinese manufacturer, UPP. Published on January 22,
The current situation in the Red Sea is complex and fluid, impacting trade from the Far East, India to Europe, and vice versa. The situation is having a wider impact
The HM Revenue and Customs has shared with BIFA an information package containing important updates regarding the upcoming phase of the Customs Declaration Service (CDS) Export Transitioning. This comprehensive package
Press Release | On March 30, 2024, HMRC will formally close the Customs Handling of Import and Export Freight (CHIEF) system for exports, and businesses will need to declare all
Following the previous Government announcements regarding the implementation of sanction measures against Russian origin iron and steel, including products processed in a third country, HMRC have published information on introduction
Following the previous update related to the changes to XI EORI, DAN and CCGs, HMRC has shared with BIFA the letter which is being sent to traders to provide additional
BIFA’s attention has been drawn to an issue concerning import duties and quotas for imports of Iron and Steel. The imposition of such duties etc seem to be complex and
HMRC is seeking participants to take part in a research related to the development of the Goods Vehicle Movement Service. The aim is to better understand the needs of those
In August 2023, the Government published the final version of the Border Target Operating Model which confirmed that from 31 January 2024 some goods will face full customs controls when