Unsworth are the experts at ensuring the import and export of goods run smoothly, by facilitating the clearance of goods through customs processes. As your customs clearance agents, we connect you to teams across the EU to help streamline your movements. We understand international trade and are able to navigate a complex and changing set of import, export and customs regulations with ease.
Customs clearance is a compulsory process for all goods entering or leaving the EU. Our team ensure that our clients everything required to continue to move their goods without delays, without the worry of overpaying import duty and without the risk of receiving a fine due to missing paperwork. From EORI numbers to commodity codes, we are ready to assist you with our customs clearance services.
There have been many changes over the past 24months, and we’re keen to support businesses as much as possible to enable a smooth movement of goods. We’ve identified how we can ensure our clients eliminate unnecessary efforts and we have launched our complete European trucking and customs service.With this service, we can provide an all-around solution by all means of transport to those looking for a centralised process. We have partnered with hauliers across the EU to offer competitive pricing, professional services and we strive to be your shipping Control Tower, providing you one truth to your movements.
As the Director and Chair of British International Freight Association Policy Group for Maritime, Road & Rail, Charles is steering the strategic agenda of it within the UK and has his finger on the pule with industry progression.
Brokerage manager with over 15 years experience, Antons is a recognised figurehead in building compliant processes. Antons has previously established and setup frameworks required for the Europe/Russia border requirements.
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Task Manager allows you to complete haulier registration and upload commercial documents.
Move shipments into priority lists, save your documents as draft or simply send to Broker.
Our Knowledge Hub contains the most useful documents, webinars and whitepapers to help your team demystify the customs compliance challenges and enhance our outstanding brokerage services. From glossary to debunk customs jargon to monthly market updates.
A customs broker can support with the preparation and submission of necessary documents to be clear customs, and help arrange the correct payment of import duties and VAT, as necessary. We will check classification and valuation of your goods to ensure the right commodity codes are being used and we will advise on necessary licenses for the import of certain goods. We can also liaise with customs authorities on your behalf, taking all of the complications and hassle out of the process for you.
Customs brokerage services are unique to each company, as the final fee is dependant on the type of product being imported, the value and the point of origin. Other admin costs can be built into your personal quote, taking into consideration potential airline handling, bond transfer, port storage, government agency and inspection fees. In addition, if licensing services are required, another fee would be added. Due to the nature of this service, we recommend you get in touch with our team to get a tailored quote to best suit your business and cargo.
If you are serious about keeping your shipments moving efficiently, then a customs broker is for you. There's no need to invest extra time, resource and energy into training you or your staff, as we have the expertise to manage these processes with ease. If you want to find out how to get a customs broker, click here.
The main advantage is peace of mind; we will ensure your shipments are moving in line with current laws and eliminate the risk of being slapped with a costly fine later down the line. No time is wasted trying to learn new processes and communication is streamlined, as we speak to several government agencies ourselves. We know your time is worth money, so we reduce delays to ensure you keep your business moving, allowing you to focus on other important things. And with our digital platform, you can keep on top of it all with a simple click of a button.