BREXIT BASICS

 
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NORTHERN IRELAND

NORTHERN IRELAND holds a unique position after the transition period.

It remains part of the EUROPEAN SINGLE MARKET while being granted unfettered access to the UK INTERNAL MARKET

What does this mean?

  • It means that from the 1st of January, for goods moving within the ISLAND OF IRELAND, e.g. Belfast to Cork, things remain the same. Nothing changes, and freight is free to move without any extra documentation or any customs procedures or additional administration.

  • For goods moving from NORTHERN IRELAND to GREAT BRITAIN again, thing will remain the same. No additional documentation or administration will be required on behalf or the Exporter or Importer and goods will move as they always have.

  • HOWEVER, goods moving from GREAT BRITAIN to NORTHERN IRELAND are now subject to new procedures and you need to be ready for these.

    • IMPORT DECLARATIONS will be required for all goods entering NI from GB.

    • SAFETY & SECURITY DECLARATION & GVMS entries will also be required and these will be carried out by Liam Connolly (Roadfreight) Ltd.

What do I need to do NOW?

  • If you haven’t already, APPLY FOR YOUR NI SPECIFIC EUROPEAN ECONOMIC OPERATORS REGISTRATION NUMBER (XI EORI)

  • Register with the TRADER SUPPORT SERVICE. This FREE service will enable you to create, and process the necessary IMPORT DECLARATIONS required to move goods into NORTHERN IRELAND.

  • CONTACT LIAM CONNOLLY (ROADFREIGHT) LTD - this is new for everybody, and we are here to help and guide you through the new processes.

 

GB to ROI & ROI to GB

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How freight moves between GB and ROI WILL CHANGE quite dramatically, but by following the guidance below, you will be better prepared for the changes and additional administration that 2021 will bring.

  • Register for VAT.

  • Apply for and obtain an EORI Number (anyone currently exporting/importing from beyond the EU will already have one).

  • Classify your goods - ensure you have the correct commodity codes:

    • Commodity codes. Duty if applicable and VAT rates can be checked at -

    • Correct classification is important to avoid any unexpected additional processes and could also identify goods that qualify under any free trade agreement.

  • Goods that contain any products of animal or plant origin may require additional health certificates ,

  • Appoint a customs intermediary or prepare to complete EXPORT/IMPORT declarations yourself. These arrangements must be in place for both the EXPORT and IMPORT clearances prior to despatch.

Liam Connolly (Roadfreight) Ltd has appointed a customs intermediary both in GB & ROI, contact us for more information.

WHAT INFORMATION OR DOCUMENTATION DO I NEED?