From January 31, 2025, imports from the EU will require a Safety and Security Declaration - also known as an Entry Summary Declaration (ENS).
This is in addition to the standard Import declaration. These changes are part of the UK government’s plan to enhance border safety and security, and businesses must take action to ensure compliance.
What does this mean for your business?
- Carriers’ responsibility: The legal obligation for submitting an ENS lies with the carrier (e.g., hauliers, shipping lines).
What should you do?
- Preparation:
Importers should ensure that carriers submit the necessary data on time and in compliance with the new rules.
- Impact:
Failure to provide accurate and timely declarations may result in delays, fines, or refused entry of goods into Great Britain.
To support your compliance, we are pleased to announce that ChamberCustoms can complete ENS declarations on behalf of your carrier. This is an opt-in service. Therefore, an ENS will only be completed when instructed to do so.
The cost of an ENS declaration is set at 15% of the current import declaration price, and will be added on your monthly detailed invoice.
Our ENS solution integrates seamlessly with your existing processes, reducing the amount of additional data required and ensuring accurate submissions every time.
We encourage you to start planning for these changes now. If you require ENS declarations, please inform us and we can arrange a call to discuss your requirements.
For additional government guidance, please visit: