A new policy paper has been published by the Government stetting out steps on a package of measures to simplify customs import and export processes for traders.

This comes after views from traders and the border industry were gathered through a detailed programme of engagement launched after the Spring Budget 2023.

The improvements announced are said to streamline customs processes and reduce admin burdens for business.

Measures include the following:

• Introducing a voluntary standard for the customs intermediary sector
• Simplifying customs declarations by cutting the amount of data traders must provide by up to a quarter
• Supporting key sectors, including creative, arts and sports, with potential improvements to the procedure for temporarily importing goods
• Simplifying and digitising the customs and excise authorisation systems
• Allowing more traders to use customs facilitations that delay duty payment without the cost of a financial guarantee
• Improving the Transit procedure, making movements cheaper, easier and more accessible

To find out more and to read the full paper please visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/customs-simplification-measures-december-2023?&utm_source=one_p&utm_medium=stk_email&utm_campaign=customs_day&utm_content=7_dec