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iCustoms integrations

iCustoms all-in-one Customs Management Solution supports 200+ platforms (eCommerce, Couriers, Customs, ERPs, etc. )

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Manage your import & export declarations for several countries iCustoms integrates with 8+ customs platforms

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United Kingdom
Northern Ireland
Ireland
United States
France
Germany
Belgium
Austria

Supporting eCommerce

Supports 50+ online marketplaces and shopping platforms

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is CDS?

Customs declaration service (CDS) is an electronic system for submittng the declarations to the HMRC. CDS softwares use AI for managing the trading activities on a single forum.

Do all importers need to register for CDS?

All importers must register to UK customs declarations. You have to register to CDS from HMRC Government gateway to get VAT, duty adjustments and further get postponed import VAT statements.

What items are exempt from import duty UK?

The goods that aren’t included are:

  • Personal gift items
  • Wedding gifts
  • Drugs (apart from those used in medicines

What goods need an import licence?

For UK CDS customs importing, the goods that require special permits are:

  • Animals and animal products
  • Human and veterinary medicines
  • Chemicals and drugs
  • Human or animal organs

Do I need software to access CDS?

HMRC has given permit to using import CDS software that’s verified with HMRC. The software is beneficial in multiple import declarations i with smart automation methods.

What does a UK importer of record need?

They need the following:

  • EORI number
  • Business registration
  • VAT registration
  • Importers liability
  • Licenses and permit
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