Introduction
Even years after Brexit, thousands of shipments are delayed at the UK-EU border every week—often for avoidable reasons. This blog outlines 7 common mistakes businesses still make and how to prevent them.
Top Mistakes to Avoid
1. Missing EORI Number
Still one of the most common issues—your shipment cannot be cleared without it.
2. Wrong or vague HS Codes
This affects duty rates and can flag your shipment for inspection.
3. Incomplete commercial invoices
No values or wrong currency = delay.
4. No pre-lodgement
Waiting until the goods are in transit to file? That’s already too late.
5. Skipping ENS declarations
Especially on short sea crossings—don’t forget this critical step.
6. Choosing the wrong Incoterm
Know who’s responsible for customs clearance.
7. Using outdated brokers
Manual systems and poor support lead to high costs and slow results.
The Better Way
Use modern, digital-first solutions offering cheap customs declaration Europe-wide, backed by real-time support and same-hour processing.
Final Tip
Brexit may have changed the rules, but staying ahead is about using better tools—not spending more money.
