With less than a month until the end of the Brexit transition period we would like to reassure you that Bowker will continue to provide you information and support wherever possible.
Please read the latest update below.
Bowker’s AEO status had previously been for ‘Safety and Security’ in the Supply Chain. In preparation for the new border arrangement, we submitted our application to add ‘Customs’ to our AEO status. This application has been approved by HMRC.
This upgraded status will speed up the customs process as we will be subject to fewer physical and document checks. Bowker will also now be given priority if we were selected at any border controls.
Utilising our dedicated customs team, Bowker can now undertake customs clearance ‘inhouse’ with a direct link into the UK CHIEF system.
If you haven’t done so already and you would like Bowker to look after your customs clearance for either Imports or Exports, please request the direct authorisation letter.
For some time now, we have been advising customers to provide Bowker with a commercial invoice at the time of booking international transport jobs. Please note the invoices must include the following:
- Clear cargo description
- Relevant commodity code(s) (HS-code of the goods)
- Consignee/Importer (with EORI number)
- Consignor/Export (with EORI number)
- Country of origin of the goods
- Delivery address (if different then consignee/importer)
- Invoice number
- Invoice date
- Net & gross weight of the goods
- Number & types of packing
- Incoterms of the sale
- Value and currency prefix (EUR, USD, GBP etc.)
We thank you for your assistance and reassure you that we will keep monitoring the Brexit situation closely and make sure you are informed and ready.
Contact Bowker’s International Team if you have any questions or require any advice.
Please remember to check the latest government guidance for the latest updates www.gov.uk/transition.