Customs Procedures and Documentation

This half-day course from Surrey Chambers of Commerce is designed to provide UK exporters and importers with a thorough understanding of customs procedures and the necessary documentation required for international trade. Participants will learn about the customs process, essential documentation and compliance requirements.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the customs procedures for exporting and importing goods.
• Identify and correctly complete the required documentation.
• Comprehend compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Apply knowledge to real-world scenarios and case studies.

Course Delivery:

• Duration: Half-day (3.5 hours, including breaks).
• Format: In-person.
• Materials Provided: Course slide handout.
• Includes: Interactive exercises, group discussions, Q&A sessions.
• Regulations: All courses will include any regulatory changes made from July 2024 by the new UK government.

Target Audience:

• Export Managers and Coordinators
• Import Managers and Coordinators
• Trade Compliance Officers
• Logistics and Supply Chain Professionals
• SME Owners involved in international trade

Schedule:

09:00 – 09:30 | Registration and Networking

• Participants arrive, register, and have an opportunity to network with peers.

09:30 – 09:45 | Introduction and Course Objectives

• Welcome and introductions.
• Overview of course objectives and agenda.

09:45 – 10:15 | Introduction to Customs Procedures

• Overview of the customs process for exports and imports.
• Key UK customs authorities and their roles.
• Understanding the import/export cycle.
• Basic concepts: tariffs, duties, and taxes.

10:15 – 11:00 | Essential Documentation for Exporters and Importers

• Overview of key documents: Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, Certificate of Origin, etc.
• Detailed walkthrough of each document’s purpose and content.
• How to accurately complete and submit documentation.
• Electronic documentation and the role of the Customs Declaration Service (CDS).

11:00 – 11:15 | Coffee Break

11:15 – 11:45 | Compliance and Regulatory Requirements

• Understanding UK customs regulations and compliance requirements.
• Key concepts: HS codes, customs valuation, and trade agreements.

11:45 – 12:15 | Practical Application and Case Studies

• Case studies on customs procedures and documentation.
• Group discussions on common challenges and solutions.
• Interactive Q&A session.

12:15 – 12:30 | Conclusion and Wrap-Up

• Recap of key points covered.
• Future International Trade courses from Surrey Chambers of Commerce.

Instructor:

Linda Bazant LLB (Hons) Barrister and Member of The Chartered Institute of Export and International Trade.

By the end of this half-day course, participants will have a practical understanding of customs procedures and documentation, enabling them to ensure compliance, reduce delays, and streamline their international trade operations.

3 FOR 2 OFFER: Book onto Customs Procedures and Documentation, Rules of Origin and Incoterms 2020 altogether for the price of two training courses.

To book under this rate, please email Giorgia.Burgess@surrey-chambers.co.uk.

Same attendee/s must be booked onto all three training courses.