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The Construction Industry & Customs

You may know the materials that go into building a house, but do you know the customs considerations? Build a house with us and discover how customs affects construction in this article. 

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Construction
Classification
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A Greener Customs Future

In this article, International Customs, Compliance and Sustainability Director Nicolas Collart shares his thoughts on sustainable development in the customs industry. Drawing from his 10 years of experience within the industry, Nicolas focuses on the transformative potential, what our collective commitment to the sustainable cause could look like and if our new ways of communicating have potentially hindered our productivity…

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CBAM
PoUS
Sustainability
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T2L and T2L(F) forms to become electronic from March 2024

T2L and one of its variants, the T2L (F) , are to become electric from the 1st of March 2024. Find out what these forms and other Proof of Union Status (PoUS) documents are used for in this article.

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A Guide to Advanced Tariff Ruling (ATaR)

Advanced tariff ruling (ATaR) is a tool you can use when importing into and exporting out of the United Kingdom. Find out how to effectively use ATaRs in this article.

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BTI
Classification
Customs Clearance
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Meet Our People: Elías Benhamú

Welcome to our exclusive series of “Meet Our People” where we provide you with an exclusive look behind the scenes to introduce you to the dedicated individuals who drive the Customs Support team. These passionate professionals play a pivotal role in ensuring the success of our mission: empowering your global trade.

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France
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Spain
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The Difference Between the Country of Origin and Preferential Origin

Did you know that the country of origin and preferential origin are not one in the same when importing your goods? Find out how they differ and how to avoid costly assumptions in this article.

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Certificate of Origin
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Meet Our People: Anis Rajhi

Welcome to our exclusive series of “Meet Our People” where we provide you with an exclusive look behind the scenes to introduce you to the dedicated individuals who drive the Customs Support team. These passionate professionals play a pivotal role in ensuring the success of our mission: empowering your global trade.

anis
France
MeetOurPeople
WeAreCustomsSupport
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The Fresh Food Industry & Customs

Meat, cheese, fruits, vegetables – they all bring their challenges in international transport. But how do customs protect you when it comes to fresh food? Adam Grimshaw explains in this article.

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Certificate of Origin
Food
UK Target Border Operating Model
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Common Types of Import Duty

Import duty is paid on certain commodities when they cross into a country or are released into free circulation, but did you know there are different types? Find out the most common in this article.

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Duties
Excise Goods
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Spotlight On: Ghent

Home to Belgium’s third-busiest port and two Customs Support offices, Ghent, Belgium has a rich and varied history. Learn about the historic heart of Flanders and the North Sea Port in this article.

Spotlight on Ghent
Belgium
Office Spotlight
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