Quick and accurate import clearance for containers, trailers, trucks, part-loads, groupage and bulk cargo
Import clearance can seem complicated with things like commodities, controls, licencing and rules of origin to think about. Add on the risk of inspection, fines and penalties and it’s easy to see why so many companies shy away from it.
However, when you have a customs agent that treats your shipment as their own, understands the procedures and believes in keeping your goods moving, no matter what it takes, then customs clearance and international trade is easy.
We understand the pressure of moving goods quickly, that's why we aim to submit clearances within 4 hour of request.
You're in safe hands. Our import agents have been clearing goods for over 40 years.
We believe in supporting our clients to set up strong, compliant internal processes.
We process clearances for Inward Processing, Outward Processing, Temporary Admission and Transit
Onboarding is quick and easy. We'll gather some information about your business to get you set-up.
E-mail the commercial invoice, packing list and any other transport documents you have.
We will issue your customs declaration documents to you, and resolve any duty or vat liability.
There are times when your goods are "inventory linked". If this is the case, we will claim and clear your goods on arrival.
Use our calculator to better understand how much duty and vat you can expect to pay
Submitting UK Import Clearances can be complex. Our agents are highly skilled and undergo training to be able to submit import clearances to our high standards.
The two main reasons you would enlist the support of a customs agent are:
Large enterprise’s with internal international trade resources as well as small sole traders outsource this part of international trade shipping to an agent as it allows them to focus more on their business, knowing their clearances are being taken care of by experts.
Our team have been completing customs declarations since the 1970’s and our principles and ethos of our service remain the same – We aim to clear goods accurately, first time, every time.
Yes. We can submit IPAFFS (CHED) Notifications for you for plant, animal/animal-by-product or composite goods. We pre-approve traders for this service to manage risk.
Please plan ahead if you require IPAFFS notification services.
Yes. Typically a haulier will issue a GMR , however we have the facilities to issue them for you.
We have partners in Germany, Poland and Netherlands that can facilitate customs clearance however, your trade partner in the EU will require an EU EORI and must be willing to sign a document to provide authorisation.
This depends on volume and processes (if you are leveraging IPR or OPR).
Get in touch for a quick, no-obligation quote.
In order for us to submit a UK Import Clearance on your behalf, you must have a GB EORI number and sign a Letter of Authorisation. This is taken care of in the onboarding process.
Our service level is 4 hours. We’ll try to do it quicker, if we can.
Yes. Containers tend to be “inventory linked”. This means that the container requires “claiming”. A processes of linking a declaration to the container (unit). This does not require anything more from you, nor any additional costs however, we tend to issue the customs documents just before or on arrival.
Our home port is Grangemouth Port. Dundee, Montrose and Perth however we mostly clear goods at Felixstowe, Harwich and Dover these days. We cover all UK ports.
Yes. In order for us to do so, please authorise Kinnes Shipping to use your deferment account by logging into the Government Gateway.
Yes. For new clients, we ask that you enquire at least 7 days before your first Inward Processing shipment is due in. If you are authorised for IP, you must provide your IPO number and authorise Kinnes to use your deferment account.
Yes. Goods from the EU and EEA make up a large chunk of our existing clearances
Yes. We regularly clear goods from India.
Yes. We regularly clear goods from China.
If you need a reliable partner for import clearance or export clearance – reach out to discuss our fast and reliable UK customs clearance service.
Ship, freight and customs agent headquartered in Dundee. Working throughout Scotland with offices in Grangemouth, Dundee, Montrose and Perth
Stannergate Road
Dundee
DD1 3NA
+44 (0) 1382 462 858