Complex customs, simplified.
Providing Tax & Duty efficient solutions.
When customs become complex, our expertise saves you valuable time, reduces costs and helps you avoid unnecessary delays. We offer a technical consultancy service for complex moves — with practical advice and transparent communication at every stage.
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Consultations
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In brief: Courier Express provides in-house customs clearance for UK importers and exporters — declarations, tariff classification, origin advice and special procedures — with a free, no-obligation consultation before your shipment moves. Talk to the team on 01273 426 168.
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From straightforward to complex Customs. We love a challenge!
Tariff classification
Accurate classification to help ensure the correct duties, taxes and regulatory requirements are applied.
More detailsOrigin advice
Helping you determine and evidence the correct origin of your goods and understand the potential duty implications.
More detailsReturned Goods Relief
Assessing eligibility and navigating the requirements so you avoid paying duty unnecessarily on qualifying returned goods.
More detailsOutward Processing
Managing goods temporarily exported for processing or repair — and taking advantage of the appropriate customs reliefs.
More detailsInward Processing
Supporting imports for processing, manufacturing or repair, with the potential to reduce or suspend duties and taxes.
More detailsControlled goods
Specialist guidance for goods subject to additional controls, restrictions or regulatory requirements.
More detailsImport & Export Licences
Understanding licensing requirements and ensuring the necessary authorisations are in place.
More detailsIPAFFS
Pre-notifications for animal products, plants and high-risk food imports — completed as part of your clearance.
More detailsCompliance matters
Customs compliance is not simply about getting goods cleared — getting it right is essential to protecting your business. Incorrect classifications, declarations, licences or procedures can mean delays, additional duties, penalties and potentially significant fines.
We don’t simply process customs declarations — we look at the bigger picture. By understanding your business, your goods and your supply chain, we identify opportunities to simplify procedures, improve efficiency, control costs and keep you compliant.
Three steps to a clear customs plan
Tell us about your goods
What’s moving, where from, where to — a quick call or WhatsApp is enough to start.
We review the detail
Classification, origin, reliefs and procedures — checked by our customs specialists.
You get a clear plan
The right customs solution before your shipment moves — free of charge, no obligation.
Speak to a real person
Customs questions rarely fit a contact form. Message the team that actually does the work — no bots, no scripts, and straight answers about your specific goods and routes.
Plain-English guides to UK trade
CBAM explained
EU CBAM now and UK CBAM from 1 January 2027 — what importers and exporters should do first.
Read the guide 🔢Commodity codes explained
How classification drives duty, VAT and licences — and how to get the code right.
Read the guide 📜FTAs & rules of origin
When reduced duty can be claimed — and the proof you need to claim it.
Read the guideIn good company
British International Freight Association
Proud member of the British International Freight Association. Our international services are undertaken subject to the BIFA Standard Trading Conditions.
Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade
Members of the Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade — supporting professional standards in UK global trade.
Questions we’re asked most
What does the free customs consultation include?
Practical advice on the right customs solution before your shipment moves — no fee, no obligation, and you talk it through with the team that will actually handle it.
Can you complete import and export declarations for us?
Yes. We prepare and submit declarations, licences and supporting documents before the wheels move.
Can you help us find the right commodity code?
Yes — the team gives commodity-code advice, and our Commodity Codes Explained guide covers how classification works. Where a legally binding decision is needed, we can point you to HMRC’s Advance Tariff Ruling process.
What information will you need from us?
Typically the commercial invoice, packing list, values, country of origin and a clear description of the goods. We’ll tell you exactly what’s needed when you get in touch — before anything moves.
Can you help with IPAFFS pre-notifications?
Yes — if your goods need IPAFFS pre-notification (animal products, plants, certain food and feed), our team can complete it as part of your import clearance.
Customs headache? Talk it through — free.
A free, no-obligation consultation with our customs specialists — practical advice on the right solution before your shipment moves.
Book a Free Customs Consultation