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The planned new import measures and physical checks on imported food and fresh produce from the EU have already been delayed by the UK Government three times.

The monthly year-on-year exports of goods from the UK to the European Union were up for six months in a row.

In 2022 businesses moving goods from Northern Ireland (NI) to the European Union (EU) will be required to provide additional details on Intrastat dispatches declarations.

Importers will now have to obtain the correct documentation for entry from the EU into the UK and these will include health certificates signed by vets.

Businesses have been so focused on getting goods physically moved between the UK and EU that they have not been maintaining any import/export files or checking declared valuations.

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has released the UK's overseas trade in goods statistics for June 2021.

Correct documentation is vital when importing or exporting, as inappropriate or overlooked documentation can lead to delays.

Under DDP terms you are legally liable for payment of customs duties, taxes, fees and compliance with government agency regulations.