Countries & regions
High-value transport to the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom is a non-EU country. High-value goods are exported and imported, and every consignment crosses the Channel. For exhibits, demo and loan units with a return leg, an early look at temporary import is worthwhile.
What matters
- Customs in both directions
- Export and import declarations, commercial or pro forma invoice, packing list.
- Temporary import
- For devices with a return leg, an ATA Carnet may be an option – your customs agent checks.
- Channel crossing
- Ferry or shuttle through the Channel Tunnel – with waiting and inspection times.
- Documentation
- More handover points make documented handover particularly useful.
Planning questions
We clarify these points before quoting – the earlier they are known, the more precise the plan.
- Who is the shipper or recipient in the United Kingdom?
- Do the goods stay there or come back?
- Who handles customs formalities?
- Which date applies at destination?
- Should the handover be documented?
What we need from you
- Addresses
- Permanent or with return
- Customs responsibility
- Date
What we do for you
What we organise
- Individual planning of your consignment – handling, date and handover aligned
- Direct transport without transhipment and documented handover by agreement
- Additional insurance on request – scope clearly agreed in the quote
Good to know
If customs documents are ready before departure, your consignment crosses the Channel without delay.
How it works
- 01
Request
You state category of goods, rough route, date and special requirements – confidential details only in conversation.
- 02
Review
We clarify customs, crossing and return before the quote.
- 03
Quote
You receive a quote with the agreed scope – direct transport, handover and insurance as discussed.
- 04
Execution
Transport with the agreed documents, Channel crossing, handover to the named person.
Questions and answers: United Kingdom
Is a transport to Great Britain intra-EU?
No. The United Kingdom is a non-EU country; export and import declarations are needed.
How are exhibits for a fair in Great Britain handled?
Often via temporary import, for example with an ATA Carnet. Your customs agent clarifies whether it fits before the transport.
How does the consignment cross the Channel?
By ferry or shuttle through the Channel Tunnel; we check the option per order.
Request
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Details for planning
- Addresses
- Permanent or with return
- Customs responsibility
- Date