The B/L is usually completed by your freight forwarder or agent. This document shows that your goods have moved into the legal responsibility of the carrier while they are at sea. The B/L is usually used when consignments are moved by sea. This form should include details about the destination of your goods, any special arrangements that are needed (refrigeration for instance) and the route to their destination.īill of Lading (B/L)This document is used to give documentary evidence that you have a legal contract with the carrier of your goods. The invoice should include:ĮCSI (Export Cargo Shipping Instruction)If you intend to use an export agent or a freight forwarder, the ECSI is the form you use to give them instructions about your consignment. InvoiceAn invoice should accompany all of your consignment and contain the basic information about the goods being moved. Border control and customs officials will want to see documentary evidence that you have completed all the tax and duty paperwork correctly. Goods that move in and out of the EU are taxable. Tax and dutyTo ensure your goods move to their destination quickly, always ensure you have the correct tax and duty paid in full. Carefully check with your agent or the BERR (Department for Business Enterprise & Regulatory Reform (formerly the DTI) as they can give you advice on any licenses you may need.
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LicensesSome goods are controlled and will require a license to enter and/or leave certain countries. The packing note ensure that your goods can move without undue delay. Packing NoteAs your consignments travel to their destination they will be checked by a number of different organisations including port authorities and transshipment agents. There is specific documentation for the movement of goods, but you should also ensure that your consignments include: To ensure that your business operates its importing/exporting business efficiently, it's vitally important that you understand the paperwork that your enterprise must complete for every consignment that moves in and out of the UK.