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Session 1
18 Nov 2026
9:30 AM ‐ 12:00 PM
Session 2
24 Nov 2026
9:30 AM ‐ 12:00 PM
Navigating the post-Brexit trade landscape can be complex. This interactive, two-part virtual classroom session provides a comprehensive guide to UK import regulations, including the unique rules governing trade with Northern Ireland.
Who Should Attend? This session is essential for lawyers, accountants, tax advisers, and shipping/freight agents who guide clients through the nuances of EU and international trade.
What the Session Covers
This live, interactive course breaks down the vital legislative frameworks, operational procedures, and duty-saving strategies you need to know.
1. Legal Frameworks & Global Trade Foundations
- The Regulatory Landscape: A clear look at the European Union (Withdrawal) Act 2018 and the Taxation (Cross-border Trade) Act 2018.
- Current Status: Understanding where EU customs law stands today, the impact of the Trade and Cooperation Agreement (TCA), and the overarching role of the World Trade Organization (WTO).
2. Practical Importing & Compliance
- Documentation & Processes: Mastering cross-border trade mechanics, the C88 form, and deferred declarations.
- Financial Management: Managing duty payments and maximizing the advantages of the Duty Deferment Scheme.
- Logistics Frameworks: Navigating rules for transit, transhipment, temporary storage, and securing Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) and EORI status.
3. Navigating Northern Ireland Trade Border Dynamics
Get a step-by-step breakdown of how goods move across specific routes, including:
- Great Britain (GB) to and from Northern Ireland (NI)
- Northern Ireland (NI) to and from the EU
- Northern Ireland (NI) to and from the rest of the world
4. Valuation, Code Systems & Dispute Administration
- Calculations & Terms: Applying ad valorem customs duties, leveraging Incoterms©, and utilising proper classification codes and valuation systems.
- Enforcement & Appeals: Managing customs debt, handling the retrospective recovery of duty, and navigating the formal appeals process.
5. Customs Reliefs & Special Procedures
Discover how to minimize costs and maximize efficiency using specialised customs regimes:
- Inward and Outward Processing Relief
- Customs warehousing and tariff quotas
- Temporary admission and temporary importation relief
Learn Live, Review Later: Don't worry about missing a detail. A complete recording of the live broadcast will be made available shortly after the session ends, allowing you to revisit the material whenever you need a refresher.