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Introduction

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The UK Single Trade Window (STW) is a centralized digital platform envisioned under the 2025 UK Border Strategy to simplify traders’ interactions with border authorities. By establishing a single entry point for border data, STW aims to minimize data duplication, enabling traders to submit required information only once through a unified portal. This initiative aligns with global customs modernization efforts, drawing on guidelines from international organizations like the World Customs Organization. The UK government’s commitment of £180 million towards the STW underscores its intent to reduce trade costs and streamline border processes, making the UK border one of the most effective worldwide​.

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Goals and Objects of STW

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The outlined goals of the STW include:

• Streamlining user interaction with government services for trade management;
• Offering guidance throughout all trade lifecycle stages;
• Centralizing data provision to fulfill all government-mandated trading obligations;
• Consolidating the application and management of all trade-related permits, licenses, and authorizations;
• Ensuring transparent tracking of ongoing trades and access to historical trade data;
• Facilitating the provision of enhanced supply chain data to the government in a less cumbersome manner.

Background: 2025 UK Border Strategy and United Nations Centre for Trade Facilitation and Electronic Business Guidelines

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The 2025 UK Border Strategy, published by the Cabinet Office in 2020, outlines a vision for modernizing the UK’s border management, with the Single Trade Window (STW) as a pivotal component. The STW concept is further bolstered by guidelines from the United Nations Centre for Trade Facilitation and Electronic Business (UN/CEFACT), which advocates for centralized digital platforms to enhance trade facilitation. These guidelines provide a framework for creating a single data entry point to the government for customs and border-related activities, aiming to foster efficient information exchange and contribute to global commerce growth.

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Implementation: The Single Trade Window (Preparation) Regulations 2023

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The Single Trade Window (Preparation) Regulations 2023 is a legislative measure that came into force on 8 May 2023, marking a significant step towards the implementation of the Single Trade Window (STW) as envisaged in the 2025 UK Border Strategy. This regulation facilitates the allocation of government procurement expenditure for the STW project, paving the way for the necessary preparations and arrangements required to operationalize the STW. The regulation reflects the UK government’s commitment to streamline trade and customs procedures, making it easier for traders and other stakeholders to interact with border authorities.

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International Precedents: STW Implementations in Other Countries

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The concept of Single Trade Windows (STWs) isn’t unique to the UK; several countries, including New Zealand, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United States, have already implemented STWs. These international precedents provide valuable insights and lessons for the UK as it works towards implementing its STW. By analyzing the successes and challenges faced by these countries, the UK can design and implement an STW that not only streamlines trade and customs processes but also positions the UK as a leader in modernized border management practices​.

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Integration with the Existing Border Framework

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Presently, customs declarations are filed to HMRC via the Customs Declaration Service (CDS) for imports, while the Customs Handling of Imports and Exports System (CHIEF) is utilized for exports, slated for obsoletion by 30 November 2023. The National Export System (NES) simplifies exports further.
The envisioned STW will encompass 25 government departments, necessitating policy and legislative adaptations.
There’s an ongoing exploration into enabling self-declaration of border data within STW by traders or intermediaries, diverging from the current model where e-customs software and Community Service Provider (CSP) badges facilitate interactions with HMRC’s platforms.
The transition to STW aims to overcome operational fee challenges, elevate compliance accuracy, and enhance system integration through API functionality, fostering a seamless interaction between the portal and existing inventory systems.

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Conclusion: Anticipated Impact on UK’s Trade Facilitation

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The implementation of the UK Single Trade Window (STW) is anticipated to significantly enhance trade facilitation by streamlining customs processes, reducing data duplication, and promoting efficient interaction between traders and border authorities. By centralizing data submission and improving the user experience, STW is expected to reduce the administrative burden on traders, thereby potentially reducing trade costs and fostering a more favorable environment for international trade. Through lessons learned from international precedents and a comprehensive approach to implementation, the STW aims to contribute to the broader objective of making the UK border one of the most effective globally.

Submitting an import declaration for goods under free circulation can be a straightforward process when guided correctly. This guide walks you through the steps of filing a declaration with no special procedure code and declaration type ‘D’ for goods that have not yet arrived at the port. In this example, we apply test preferences, with the goods being exported from Spain.

Step 1: Selecting the Declaration Type

Start by accessing the Air Declaration option in the 8-disk platform. Choose the declaration type category H1 for free circulation and mark the goods as not yet arrived, selecting the Standard Declaration option. Next, specify the exporter, in this case, Spain.

Step 2: Entering Commodity Codes

Input the commodity code by typing it manually or searching for it in the system. If the code is not listed in the master database, you’ll need to enter the details of the new commodity code. The platform also provides access to the HMRC website, enabling you to review commodity requirements and confirm compliance.

Step 3: Applying VAT and Tariff Preferences

For this example, a 0% VAT rate is applied, as it’s the only option available. Since the VAT value is zero, there is no need to select a payment method. Apply the tariff preference based on the EU origin of the goods. Use the preference code 300, confirming the preferential treatment.

Step 4: Meeting Import Control Requirements

Import controls must be addressed by answering applicable questions and selecting the correct documentation. For example:

• If a waiver applies, choose it in the system and enter the corresponding document ID and status.
• If certificates are required (e.g., animal health or site certificates), use the HMRC tariff tools to identify the correct documents.

If waivers or certificates do not apply to your scenario, save or create the appropriate documentation in the system. For sealed or organic products, follow the same process, ensuring document identifiers are updated, as they may change with new declarations.

Step 5: Completing Item Details

Navigate to the Item Details section to pre-fill essential fields like item value, net weight, gross weight, and packaging quantity. Fields marked with a star (*) are mandatory and must be completed. Depending on the scenario, additional fields may require further information.

In the Valuation Information section, set the sale type to outright purchase and indicate the goods are being exported from Spain. Confirm the preferential origin at the tariff level and use code 4000 for free circulation. Since no special procedure code applies in this example, move on to the valuation method.

Step 6: Adding Valuation and Previous Documents

Select Valuation Method 1 (Transaction Value) and provide the necessary information, including invoice number and status. If no additions or deductions are required, proceed without adjustments. To prove preferential origin from Spain, add a document with the category U112 for importer knowledge. Save this document in the system for future use.

For previous documents, such as commercial invoices, delivery notes, or container lists, choose the appropriate type (e.g., Z Commercial Invoice) and input the invoice number. This ensures all documentation requirements are met.

Step 7: Transport and GVMS Details

Enter transport details, including:

• Nationality of the transport (Spain)
• Mode of transport (road)
• Arrival location (Dover Euro Tunnel)

Ensure the GVMS AI Code is applied to detect goods within the GVMS system. This step is critical, as missing this code will render the declaration invalid. Since Dover is a non-inventory linked port, additional fields, like badge numbers, are not required unless specified for another scenario.

Step 8: Reviewing and Submitting the Declaration

Review the delivery terms, setting them to DDP (Delivered Duty Paid). Check for any additional fields that may need completion. Ensure the declaration includes all required values, documents, and codes. Once verified, submit the declaration.

Step 9: Post-Submission Steps

After submission, refresh the platform to confirm the declaration was successfully received. The platform will display the MRN (Movement Reference Number) and confirm whether any VAT or customs duties apply. In this scenario, preferential origin results in 0% VAT and no customs duties.

You can view the full declaration details, download a PDF copy for your records, or clone the declaration to create a new one by modifying specific values. Notifications from HMRC can also be refreshed, and the declaration can be canceled if needed.

Conclusion

Filing an import declaration for goods under free circulation is straightforward when you follow the correct steps. From selecting the appropriate codes to meeting documentation requirements, every detail matters to ensure compliance with customs regulations.

By carefully completing each section, including VAT, tariff preferences, import controls, and transport details, you can confidently submit accurate declarations. 

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Introduction

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Maintaining speed, accuracy, and compliance in today’s customs and logistics market is crucial. Technology has enabled the development of digital customs clearance services, eliminating customs brokers’ need for manual data entry and minimising your risk of exposure to delays, rejections, and fines.

In addition, clean data allows for more accurate reporting, which is crucial for internal and external audits, such as supply chain expenses or an application to become an Authorised Economic Operator (respectively). With each human entry performed, the risk of data corruption increases.

Customs Declarations UK has created a digital customs clearance solution that enables a solution for seamless processing of your declarations.

To learn more about our solution, please visit this page.

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How does the digital customs process work?

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All your documentation and information can be imported in an automated way, along with the ability to attach all the relevant documents. The declarant then reviewed this as if they were the second pair of eyes rather than the initial data inputter.

In addition, for inventory-linked declarations, a processed declaration can immediately feed into the Community Service Provider (CSP) system. This facilitates the sharing of information through the provision of accurate data.

Once the required additional information, such as the unique consignment reference or freight cost, is available, the import declarant will be able to initiate the clearance.

In addition to regular import and export procedures, the digital customs system provides the essential speed for time-sensitive movements, such as those requiring Goods Vehicle Movement Service (GVMS), and secure traceability for those with T1 form obligations. Customs Declarations UK integrates seamlessly with the GVMS platform.

How does this work with various systems like CHIEF, CDS, and other EU equivalents? 

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The information submitted into one system will have a similar entry point for the most part in our partner’s system for the mirroring declaration.

As the HMRC transitions to the Customs Declaration Service (CDS), the electronic data interchange will get modified to reflect the new labels associated with particular data. The Customs Declarations UK platform has been designed to detect anomalies, enforce the required data validation and assist the users in submitting valid declarations.

We will continue to expand our systems so that you can do more with your data throughout your supply chain as we migrate more clients to the digital customs platform.

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Introduction

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The Minister for Brexit Opportunities and Government Efficiency said on the 28th of April 2022 that the new controls for EU-UK migration, which had been scheduled to go into effect on the 1st of July 2022, have been delayed until further notice.

This year, the remaining import limitations on EU goods will not be implemented, saving British businesses up to £1 billion annually in costs. Instead, the Government is accelerating a transformational effort to digitally change Britain’s borders, using new technology and data to decrease friction and costs for businesses and consumers. 

This is a new approach for a new era, as the United Kingdom maximises the benefits of leaving the European Union and implements the appropriate policies for our trade with the rest of the world. This is due to the Government’s announcement that no new import restrictions will be imposed on EU products in 2018.

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Customs Controls postponed to 2023

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While all current controls will remain in place, the implementation of the following has been postponed until the end of 2023:

• A requirement for further Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) checks on EU imports currently at the destination to be moved to Border Control Post (BCP).
• A requirement for safety and security declarations on EU imports.
• A requirement for further health certification and SPS checks for EU imports.
• Prohibitions and restrictions on the import of chilled meats from the EU.

Why has the Government pushed back the impending controls?

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As a result of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, living and energy expenses are rising, and the Government is searching for methods to decrease the pressure on businesses to raise prices.

According to the cabinet office, the Government has determined that imposing new administrative restrictions on enterprises that may pass along the related expenses to consumers would be inappropriate. As a result, the Government has decided to suspend these extra controls until at least next year and will publish a Target Operating Model in the fall of this year in order to develop their new strategy for border import controls in 2023.

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What does this mean for businesses?

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No longer will businesses be required to prepare for July’s new import restrictions. In addition, the Government estimates that these reforms would save businesses £1 billion this year.

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How is Customs-Declarations.UK assisting its clients? 

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Filing your customs declarations can be a daunting task for many organisations, at Customs-Declarations.UK, we take care of the customs declaration filing process on your behalf, saving you time and money while bringing overall efficiency and effectiveness to your business operations. We are using this additional time to learn and improve our platform so that when the additional import regulations are imposed in 2023, we will be prepared to assist you with these modifications.

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Introduction

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You can now begin your transition to the Customs Declaration Service. Customs Declaration Service is a modern IT platform with the scalability to expand in accordance with the government’s plans to create the most efficient customs system in the world by 2025.

If your company is registered for VAT, you may already be utilising the Customs Declaration Service for VAT-related transactions. Check with your organisation to determine if you are already registered, and verify that HMRC has the necessary contact information for your firm.

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The Customs Handling of Import and Export Freight (CHIEF) system will be discontinued.

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The CHIEF system will be shut down in two stages: After September 30 2022, import declarations will no longer be permitted. Phase two: The ability to make export declarations will terminate on March 31, 2023. Subsequently, you will be required to declare all imports and exports using the Customs Declaration Service.

If someone else files your customs declarations, such as a customs broker or agent, you must determine if they are currently using CHIEF. If so, they must ensure that your declarations are transferred to the Customs Declaration Service before CHIEF closes.

Customs-Declarations.UK provides an intuitive and interactive way to submit your customs declaration most effectively and efficiently. Please get in touch with us today to learn more about our services. 

The following are the five steps required for you to transition to the Customs Declaration Service:

Step 1: Create an account on the Government Gateway.

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The majority of businesses currently have a Government Gateway account to access their personal or corporate tax account. This account is required to access the Customs Declaration Service.
If you do not have a Government Gateway account, you can create one.

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Step 2: Apply for an Economic Operator Registration and Identification number.

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Economic Operator Registration and Identification (EORI) numbers must begin with the letter GB. The majority of enterprises transferring goods into and out of the United Kingdom already have one.

If you do not have an EORI number, you can apply for one. It costs nothing and only ten minutes to apply. You should receive your EORI number within a week, although it may take longer at peak times.

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Step 3: Register for the Customs Declaration Service

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You must register with the Customs Declaration Service. This may take up to five business days. You’ll need your personal or business Government Gateway user ID and password. Additionally, you need:

• your GB EORI number
• your 10-digit Unique Tax Reference (UTR) number – you can find this on any HMRC payment reminders, or in your personal tax account
• the address for your business that is on HMRC records
• your National Insurance number (if you’re an individual or sole trader)
• the date you started your business

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Step 4: Select the payment method to use.

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You may choose the appropriate payment method for your declaration. 

In the Customs Declaration Service Financial Dashboard, you may view your balances and payments and give and modify standing authorities for your payment accounts.

Following are the payment methods that you can choose: 

• Duty Deferment Account – the Customs Declaration Service uses a distinct HMRC bank account to CHIEF; thus, a new direct debit must be set up.
• Postponed VAT Accounting – Determine whether you can or must account for import VAT on your VAT return if you’re making declarations for yourself and your business is VAT-registered in the United Kingdom.
• Cash Account – These replace the Flexible Accounting System (FAS), and once you’ve registered for the Customs Declaration Service, you’ll be assigned one.
• Immediate Payment by Bacs, CHAPS, online or by telephone banking – you can pay by debit, corporate credit card or cheque
• Individual Guarantee – you can use these to cover customs duties for one-off or high-value imports.
• General Guarantee Account  – allows you to provide multiple guarantees from the same account and continue importing goods into the UK and paying a disputed amount later once agreed.

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Step 5: Instruct your customs broker or agent

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You must provide your broker or agent with Customs Declaration Service-compliant customs clearing instructions. 

You might have to:

• Utilise the Customs Declaration Service Finance Dashboard to configure, verify, and update the customs agents who have access to your accounts.
• Inform them of any changes to your preferred payment method.
• Inform them of the incoterms, sensitivity to all values, geographical information, and purpose of the transaction.

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Introduction

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All fruits and vegetables imported into or exported from the United Kingdom must comply with applicable quality and labelling regulations. Imports of fruit and vegetables (whether fresh, dried, tinned, processed or frozen) from third countries must meet the same hygiene standards and go through the same safety procedures as food produced in Great Britain. You do not usually need a health certificate to import fruit and vegetables.

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Importing fruit and vegetables from the EU to Great Britain

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The Horticultural Marketing Inspectorate (HMI) inspects English and Welsh imports, whereas Science & Advice for Scottish Agriculture (SASA) inspects imported goods in Scotland. If HMI or SASA decide to inspect your shipment, they will inform you that you must apply for a certificate of conformity (CoC) issued from Great Britain.

The UK had announced a progressive application of additional controls and checks post-Brexit. However, the government has announced recently that the remaining import controls on EU goods will no longer be introduced this year. Instead, traders will continue to move their goods from the European Union to Great Britain as they do now.

Importing fruit and vegetables directly from non-EU countries to the UK

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Before entering the United Kingdom, a Certificate of Conformity (CoC) is required for any items that must comply with the Specific Marketing Standard (SMS).

Unless your SMS shipment fits both conditions, you will need a CoC issued by the United Kingdom.

• it comes from a nation with UK Approved Inspection Service (AIS) status 
• it is accompanied by a Certificate of Conformity issued by the country you’re importing from (the country must have UK AIS status)

The following countries and goods have UK AIS status: India, Israel, Kenya, Morocco, New Zealand, Senegal, South Africa, Switzerland, and Turkey are members of the G20.

Most imports accompanied by a CoC from countries with UK AIS status do not need routine quality and labelling (marketing standards) checks. HMI or SASA will inspect a small sample at random to ensure that goods comply with the quality and labelling rules. 

Some commodities that must comply with the General Marketing Standard (GMS) will be examined to meet quality and labelling standards. If HMI or SASA decide to inspect your shipment, you must request for a CoC granted by Great Britain.

You must apply for a CoC on PEACH for GMS goods even if you are importing from a nation with AIS status and possess a CoC granted by that country.

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Importing fruit and vegetables from non-EU countries to the UK via the EU

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Fruits and vegetables in transit from non-EU nations through the EU to the United Kingdom continue to be evaluated by horticultural inspectors to determine whether an inspection is required at the border and to ensure compliance with UK marketing guidelines.

In England and Wales, HMI and PHSI may inspect produce governed by both marketing requirements and plant health legislation. SASA conducts product inspections in Scotland.

At the border, HMI and PHSI conduct the majority of quality and labelling (marketing standards) checks. PHSI may inspect produce at plant health facilities throughout the United States.

Suppose you import fruit and vegetables into the United Kingdom from a non-EU country, and a portion of your shipment is re-exported to the EU. In that case, your shipment must undergo import and export procedures.

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Exporting fruit and vegetables from Great Britain to the EU

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If you export fruit and vegetables from Great Britain to the EU, you must adhere to the import criteria for third countries outlined in the EU marketing standards laws.

To clear customs in Great Britain, SMS produce requires a CoC issued by Great Britain. This includes exports to the European Union. For GMS goods to clear customs, a CoC issued by Great Britain is not required.

You may also need an import CoC granted by the importing member state upon arrival into the EU. This relies on the risk assessment of the member state for GMS and SMS commodities. The European Commission has given the United Kingdom AIS status for produce.

AIS status enables GB exporters of British-grown produce to use a CoC issued by the UK while obtaining customs clearance in the EU. Prior to importation into the EU, a sample of shipments may be inspected to ensure conformance with EU marketing rules.

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Approved Trader Scheme (ATS)

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Approved trader status identifies a business as low-risk and reduces the number of conformity assessments. You can obtain approved trader status if you are a grower, packer, importer, or exporter, and your business consistently meets marketing standards requirements.

If you are a member of the ATS in the United Kingdom, you must remove the EU insignia from your food labelling and replace it with the GB badge. It would help if you only sold your current inventory with the EU logo in the United Kingdom until your current labels run out.

The GB label must contain the following:

• ‘Marketing standard for fresh fruit and vegetables
• number of the approved trader
• ‘Great Britain’ or ‘GB’

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Exporting fruit and vegetables directly from the UK to non-EU countries

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Before delivering your shipment, you must comply with the country’s quality and labelling standards.

All SMS items must have a CoC issued by Great Britain to clear customs in the United Kingdom. GMS goods do not require a CoC issued by the United Kingdom to clear customs in the United Kingdom.

Before being exported from the UK to a non-EU country, most fruits and vegetables require a phytosanitary certificate. If you export fruits and vegetables to Northern Ireland, you should review DAERA’s export guidelines for plants and plant products.

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Introduction

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To import the majority of foreign fish into the United Kingdom, a valid catch certificate must be obtained from the country’s competent authorities where the fishing vessel is registered or licenced.

The format of catch certificates will vary according to the exporting country that issued them. Still, they will all require certain information such as vessel information, species, commodity code, and weight.

If your fish was processed or kept in a country other than the one in which your fishing vessel is registered or licenced, you will also require one or both of the following documents:

• A processing statement endorsed by the competent authority in the country where the fish was processed
• Evidence of storage issued by the competent authority in the country where the fish was stored.

These documents (including the catch certificate) aid in the fight against illicit, unreported, and unregulated fishing (IUU). 

Typically, they are referred to as IUU documents.

Port health authorities will charge a fee for IUU document review. 

Due to the fact that each authority determines its own prices based on its own costs, these fees will differ. British port health authorities will inspect freight imports into the United Kingdom.

 

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Freight imports of fish to the UK

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The port health officials of the United Kingdom will inspect all fish imports, including those from Great Britain to Northern Ireland.

Before importing fish shipments, you are obliged to submit a catch certificate, processing statement, or proof of storage, as applicable, to the port health authority.

• 72 hours in advance is required for sea imports
• 4 hours in advance for rail and air imports
• 2 hours in advance for road imports

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Imports from non-EU countries

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Imports of fish and shellfish from non-EU nations to the United Kingdom must also be: pre-notified on the import of products, animals, food and feed system (IPAFFS); accompanied by a health certificate provided by the country of origin; and pre-approved by the British government.

An authorised certifying officer must complete and sign health certificates. For fishery products, this can be a non-vet certifying officer with the necessary qualifications.

All items will be subject to document and identification checks at entry, with a small percentage also subject to physical inspections. Imports are also subject to customs requirements, such as completing a customs import declaration and paying all necessary duties and taxes.

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Imports from the EU, EEA and EFTA countries

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Imports into the United Kingdom from the European Union, the European Economic Area, and the European Free Trade Association are subject to a phased process outlined in the Border Operating Model.

From January 1 2021, importers of most fish and fishery products (as products of animal origin) from EU countries except the Republic of Ireland need to:

• Submit IUU fishing documentation to the port health authorities before the shipment’s arrival.
• comply with customs requirements (such as submitting a customs import declaration and paying duties and VAT)
• check that you have correct documents if moving CITES-listed goods, or goods subject to restrictions (such as bluefin tuna or Antarctic and Patagonian toothfish)

From January 1, 2022, you must submit an import notification in IPAFFS for imports from all EU countries except the Republic of Ireland.

From July 1 2022, your consignment will need to enter via a point of entry with a border control post able to handle fish.

From November 1 2022, your consignment will need to be physically accompanied by an export health certificate. You must upload a copy of the health certificate to IPAFFS.

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Direct landings by foreign fishing vessels in the UK

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Even if landing fish caught beyond the North-East Atlantic Fisheries Commission convention area, all foreign fishing vessels must land in a North-East Atlantic Fisheries Commission (NEAFC)-designated port.

In accordance with the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) Port State Measures Agreement, foreign vessels capturing fish outside of this area will be subject to IUU checks at the same ports (PSMA).

Foreign vessels that capture fish inside the NEAFC convention area and dock immediately in the United Kingdom are required to submit a NEAFC Port State Control form (PSC1) before landing.

In addition to submitting a prior notification form, a pre-landing declaration, and a capture certificate, foreign vessels must also submit a prior notification form.

UK fisheries officials must grant the authority to land. Your ship could be inspected upon landing.

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Countries you cannot import from

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You cannot import from unapproved countries. You cannot import fish caught by vessels with flags from Comoros, Cambodia, Saint Vincent, and the Grenadines. This is because these countries have not cooperated in taking action against illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing (IUU).

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Understanding Imported Organic Products

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Imported organic products must meet either of the following criteria:

• Unprocessed agricultural or aquaculture products produced in the European Union
• Processed agricultural products for use as food or feed that have been processed in the EU with ingredients grown in the Union
• Processed agricultural products for use as food or feed that have been processed in the EU with ingredients imported into the Union in compliance with Union laws and regulations.

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Importing organic food from the EU to the UK

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Organic products imported into the UK from the EU, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Switzerland will require a Certificate of Inspection (CoI) from July 1, 2022. You’ll use the manual GB organic import system in the meanwhile.

Before the import arrives in the UK, you must get a CoI from the regulatory organisation that certified the exporter. You must use their pre-notification system to notify your port health authority (PHA) about your import.

The CoI must be presented to the PHA at the port where the product is being imported. The PHA checks the CoI, and if it is valid, the produce is sent to customs for clearance before you can pick it up.

To promote your imported products as organic, you’ll need an authorised CoI. If the CoI is valid, the PHA checks it and stamps it. This service must be paid for. After that, the produce must go through customs clearance before you can pick it up.

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Importing organic food from non-EU countries to the UK

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A valid GB CoI is required for any organic items imported from non-EU countries. To import organic food and feed into the United Kingdom, you’ll need to employ an interim manual GB organic import procedure.

Contact your organic control authority to obtain the forms for the manual UK organic import scheme. Control bodies and authorities can apply for recognition in countries other than the United Kingdom to export to the United Kingdom.

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Exporting organic food from the UK to the EU

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Using the EU’s Trade Control and Expert System New Technology (TRACES NT), all organic items exported to the EU must have a valid CoI.

Contact your control authority to have your business approved for exports on TRACES NT.

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Exporting organic food from the UK to non-EU countries

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For each consignment, some non-EU nations may demand an export certificate. It would be best to double-check with the country to which you are exporting.

Some organic food and feed certified in the United Kingdom are also recognised as organic in the following countries: Australia, Canada, Japan, New Zealand, the Republic of Korea, Switzerland and the United States of America.