£295.00 plus VAT
15/10/24 9:30 – 12:00
This introduction course is aimed at those involved in the importing of goods.
The course will cover import documentation and procedures, commercial considerations, the importance of your purchase order, calculating VAT and duty, and how to reduce import customs clearance delays. Incoterms® and their impact on importing will be shown, along with an introduction to duty regimes to help importers.
Course Contents:
Import documentation and procedures
09Calculating VAT and duty
Incoterms®
Customs regimes and import controls
Changes coming in January 2021
Sources of help and advice
Who should attend?
This introduction course is suitable for administrators, managers, directors, and owners of businesses who need to purchase from overseas.
The course is valuable for both newcomers wanting an introduction and overview, and experienced staff needing a refresher on current requirements. It will also be valuable for companies who are already importing so they can ensure they have the correct processes in place and are meeting their compliance obligations.
Incoterms® (International Commercial Terms) are a vital component of international trade contracts, providing globally recognized, three-letter acronyms that define the responsibilities and risks of buyers and sellers.
International markets offer huge Export opportunities for UK businesses. Finding and developing new markets for products is a hugely valuable avenue for expansion and in some sectors in particular, global demand for British brands and products makes international trade an excellent means of growth.
The ATA Carnet, often referred to as the “passport for goods,” is an international customs document that simplifies the temporary import and export of goods without the need to pay duties and taxes. Used for professional equipment, commercial samples, and exhibition goods, ATA Carnets are vital for businesses that operate globally.
Are you a customs agent? Or does your company use customs agents and intermediaries to help you trade with the EU and the Rest of the World? If so, you need to know how to meet customs requirements fast and efficiently now the new customs declaration system CDS is in place. We can help.
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