Import Procedures
This introduction course is aimed at those involved in the importing of goods. The course will cover import documentation and procedures, commercial considerations, the importance of your purchase order, calculating VAT and duty, the three main import duty drivers and how to reduce import customs clearance delays. Incoterms® and their impact on importing will be shown, along with an introduction to duty regimes to help importers.
Course Contents
- Import documentation and procedures
- The three import duty drivers: valuation, origin and classification
- Calculating VAT and duty
- Incoterms® 2020
- Customs regimes and import controls
- Upcoming changes
- Sources of help and advice
Event Price and Dates
Price
LCCI member: £300.00 + VAT
LCCI Community Participant: £350.00 + VAT
Non-members will be able to book training courses by registering to our free of charge Community Network.
Course Dates
We run this training course multiple times a year. To find out about future training dates, please complete the enquiry form.
Format
This course is online.
Who Should Attend?
This introduction course is suitable for administrators, managers, directors, and owners of businesses who need to purchase from overseas. The course is valuable for both newcomers wanting an introduction and overview, and experienced staff needing a refresher on current requirements. It will be valuable for companies who are already importing so they can ensure they have the correct processes in place and are meeting their compliance obligations.
This course can also count as a credit towards the British Chamber of Commerce Foundation Award in International Trade. Candidates attending six or more courses and obtaining six or more credits receive the Award.
This training is delivered in collaboration with LCCI’s Trusted Trainers International Trade Matters as part of the Nationally Accredited Chamber Network.
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