Customs Declarations & CDS Training

Complete accurate customs declarations to avoid delays, penalties, and errors

This virtual workshop will focus on helping businesses complete accurate customs declarations and ensure compliance with UK Customs regulations.

Customs declarations are a critical part of international trade, and errors can result in shipment delays, penalties, audits, and increased costs. This session provides practical guidance on completing declarations using the UK Customs Declaration Service (CDS) and understanding the key data required for compliant entries.

The workshop will equip participants with the knowledge to reduce errors, improve efficiency, and work confidently with freight forwarders and customs brokers.

This workshop will cover:

• • • Structure of a customs declaration and key components
    • Essential data elements required in the UK CDS
    • Commodity codes and valuation basics
    • How Incoterms® impact customs declarations
    • Understanding and using Customs Procedure Codes (CPCs)
    • Differences between import and export declarations
    • Best practices when working with freight forwarders and brokers
    • Common declaration errors and how to avoid them

This workshop is ideal for export managers, import managers, logistics and supply chain teams, customs and compliance teams, and any business completing or reviewing customs declarations who want to ensure accuracy and compliance.

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Check our Events Calendar for upcoming course dates, or contact us if your preferred course isn’t listed or if you would like tailored training designed for your business.