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Importing food
Most food and drink products imported from the EU have no restrictions. Most regulations are for food and drink that are imported from countries outside the EU. In this case you may need: - health certificates - import licences
Labelling and handling food for international transport
When shipping food, you must follow regulations for labelling, packaging and food safety in the destination country.
Starting to import
Contents - Overview - Moving goods from EU countries - Importing from non-EU countries - VAT on services
Get an EORI number
You need an EORI number to trade goods with countries outside the EU. If you’re based outside the EU you need an EORI number to trade goods with the UK. Check if you need to register for VAT before you apply.
Tax and customs for goods sent from abroad
Anything posted or couriered to you goes through customs to check it isn’t banned or restricted and you pay the right tax and ‘duty’ (customs charges) on it.
Bringing goods into the UK
You can bring some goods from abroad without having to pay UK tax or ‘duty’ (customs charges), as long as they’re for your own use.
Wood packaging goods for import and export
You, or your packing service or freight forwarder, must make sure any solid wood packaging you use meets the requirements.
Appoint someone to deal with HMRC on your behalf
You can authorise someone else to deal with HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) for you, eg an accountant, friend or relative.
Log in to use the Notification of Vehicle Arrivals (NOVA) service
Use the NOVA service to tell HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) you’ve brought a vehicle into the UK.
