International Trade

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Customs Declarations
In the Government’s own words Completing a customs declaration is complicated and you may need software. So you may want to get someone to deal with customs for you.

At Staffordshire Chambers we have spent the last 18 months training staff to ensure that we are ready to act as Customs Agents for companies who need a reliable, trusted partner to clear their goods through customs.

It is anticipated that there will be an additional 400 million Customs Declarations required each year at a cost to industry of £13bn as a result of leaving the EU and the Customs Union. Many, many companies who trade solely with the EU will not have the knowledge, software or capacity to deal with the new customs regime. It is imperative that companies understand the level of complexity and what is required to ensure that trade with the EU remains uninterrupted.

We are well placed to handle all your customs declarations, but we need to start working with you now. A process has to be established. Your business needs to be ‘set up’ on the customs software and work needs to be done to ascertain the correct commodity codes are being used. This takes time so even if you do not require the service at the moment it is vital to have the process in place.

To find out more how we can support your business with Customs Declarations please call 01782 224405 or email chambercustoms@staffordshirechambers.co.uk

Export Documentation
Documentation is at the heart of international trade without it there is no contract, no transport and no payment. Constantly changing regulations and trade procedures can make things very complicated. And in a business landscape where time is money it is crucial you get it right first time.
By working with Staffordshire Chambers of Commerce you will benefit from our decades of experience in handling import and export paperwork which means less risk of customs penalties and delays. We certify, legalise, notarise or arrange Foreign and Commonwealth Office Apostille for thousands of documents each and every year.

To find out more how we can support your business with Export Documentation please call 01782 224405 or email exportmailbox@staffordshirechambers.co.uk

Training
Staffordshire Chambers of Commerce is delivering 6 internationally focused training courses.
BCC Incoterms 2020
BCC Export Documentation
BCC Customs Procedures
BCC Rules of Origin
BCC Documentary Letters of Credit
BCC Introduction to importing

Successfully completing these dedicated courses will earn the delegate a British Chambers of Commerce accredited Foundation Award in International Trade.

TRAINING
HMRC are currently offering grants to businesses looking to upskill staff working in International Trade. Click here for more information.

BCC Incoterms 2020
3 June 2021
09:30 - 12:30

BCC Export Documentation
10 June 2021
09:30 - 16:30

BCC Customs Procedures
17 June 2021
09:30 - 12:30

BCC Rules of Origin
17 June 2021
13:30 - 16:30

BCC Documentary Letters of Credit
24 June 2021
09:30 - 16:30

BCC Introduction to Importing
1 July 2021
09:30 - 16:30

In conjunction with our export courses, we specialise in delivering high quality, bespoke import and export training at your premises.

Call 01782 224405 for more information

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OUR SERVICES

INTERNATIONAL SERVICES

Our range of International Trade Services will support every overseas aspect of your business from Digital Advice to Market Selection.

TRANSLATION SERVICES

Our professional translation service is a key element of any successful marketing strategy or detailed manuals/instructions.

CUSTOMS COMPLIANCE

Don't wait for a Customs non-compliance to happen. Act now and make sure that your procedures are in line with HMRC regulations.

DEPARTMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL TRADE

Our dedicated team of International Trade Advisers are available to offer support and guidance to help develop your overseas business objectives.

INTERNATIONAL TRADE CLUB

Our International Trade Club is there to give Chamber Members and non-Members a dedicated support line for technical queries and a host of discounts on exporting essentials.

EXPORT FINANCE

We work with a number of organisations who support businesses with finance and/or foreign exchange e.g. UK Export Finance and MoneyCorp.

WHAT OUR MEMBERS SAY

I have attended a number of the Chamber’s International Trade training courses and can honestly say that they are excellent. They have given me the skills and knowledge to take the business forward, confident in the fact I have all necessary information to comply with HMRC and Customs requirements, understand which documentation to use and ensure we actually get paid!!. It’s very true ‘you don’t know what you don’t know’ until someone tells you!!

MARK BOWEN

ATP Industries Group

I just wanted to send you a quick email to thank you for the course yesterday. It was one of the most valuable training courses I have done since I have been with the company. It has opened my eyes to a whole new area of the business that I have never looked at it any real detail before. The information you have given to us will massively help us to develop our market in Latin America and has also given us tools to look at any other potential markets.

ANDREW FALCONER

EU Automation

EXPORT DOCUMENTATION SERVICES
DOCUMENTATION
E-Z CERT
UK CERTIFICATE OF ORIGIN
ARAB CERTIFICATE OF ORIGIN
EGYPTIAN CERTIFICATE OF ORIGIN
UK EUR1
ATA CARNETS
BUSINESS VISAS (SAUDI ARABIA)

Documentation is at the heart of international trade without it there is no contract, no transport and no payment. Constantly changing regulations and trade procedures can make things very complicated. And in a business landscape where time is money it is crucial you get it right first time.
By working with Staffordshire Chambers of Commerce you will benefit from our decades of experience in handling import and export paperwork which means less risk of customs penalties and delays. We certify, legalise, notarise or arrange Foreign and Commonwealth Office Apostille for thousands of documents each and every year.
For more information call 01782 224405

e-z Cert is a service offered by Staffordshire Chambers of Commerce which enables exporters to process certain export documents on line. Exporters can complete Certificates of Origin, EUR1s and other vital documents using our online tools. With e-z Cert you can easily create and upload documentation for authorisation by the Chambers of Commerce. The Chamber of Commerce is in receipt of your application the moment you press the submit button and using our ‘eXpress’ service you could potentially be printing the certified documentation in your own office within an hour. Using e-z Cert you can save time and money.
For more information call 01782 224405
We also offer a dedicated training course, please click here to secure your place.
This is not part of the Buy 5 Get 1 Free offer or contribute towards the BCC Foundation Award in International Trade.

A Certificate of Origin is an important international trade document which identifies the origin of goods in a particular export shipment. Virtually every country in the world will consider the origin of the goods they import to determine what duty will be applied or, in some cases, whether the goods may be legally imported at all.
A Certificate of Origin maybe required to:

Meet requirements for the overseas importer

Meet ‘quota’ requirements imposed by the importing country

Comply with banking requirements

For other official and commercial reasons

Exporters can apply for a Certificate of Origin electronically through the Chamber of Commerce.
For more information call 01782 224405

If you are exporting goods to Arab League countries, you may be asked to provide an Arab-British Certificate of Origin. Similar to the EC Certificate of Origin, an Arab-British form is required to evidence the origin of exported goods.
The official body authorising this document is the Arab-British Chamber of Commerce in London. However, we at the Staffordshire Chamber of Commerce can facilitate this process for you.
For more information call 01782 224405

Chambers of Commerce are authorised to process Certificates of Origin for Egypt. Certificates can be certified only by your local Chamber or certified and legalised by the Egyptian Chamber.
For more information call 01782 224405

An EUR1, also known as a ‘movement certificate’, enables importers in certain countries to import goods at a reduced or nil rate of import duty under trade agreements between the EU and beneficiary countries.
Comprehensive information on the rules relating to EUR1s can be found in Customs Notices 827, 828 and 832.
For further clarification and to find out which countries qualify please call 01782 224405

Facilitates the temporary exportation of goods for up to 12 months. Acting as a ‘passport’ presented at each customs point, this enables the temporary exportation of goods without having to lodge duties on deposit with overseas customs.
There are three categories of ATA Carnets:
International trade fairs and exhibitions

Commercial Samples

Professional equipment

ATA Carnet applications can be processed electronically via the Chamber of Commerce.
For more information call 01782 224405

On 29 March 2016 the Saudi Arabian authorities introduced a requirement for ‘Business Introduction Letters’ which must be certified and accompany Business Visa applications submitted to the Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia. Staffordshire Chamber of Commerce is authorised to certify the document for you.
For more information call 01782 224405

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