What is ENS and What is Happening on 31st October?
If you’re involved in moving freight into the UK, you need to be aware of significant changes coming into effect on 31st October 2024. The UK government has mandated new requirements for the Entry Summary Declaration (ENS), which will affect all freight vehicles entering the UK, including empty and low-value shipments.
Here’s what you need to know to stay compliant and avoid potential disruptions.
What is ENS?
ENS stands for Entry Summary Declaration. It’s a pre-arrival security and safety measure required by customs authorities to analyse potential risks associated with goods entering a country. This declaration is separate from other duty and tax obligations but is equally crucial for ensuring the smooth entry of goods.
Why is ENS Important?
The primary purpose of the ENS is to provide customs authorities with advance information about goods being imported. This helps in:
✔Risk Assessment: Identifying any potential threats or non-compliance issues before the goods arrive.
✔Efficiency: Streamlining the customs process and avoiding delays at the border.
✔Security: Enhancing the overall security of the supply chain by monitoring the movement of goods.
New Requirements Effective 31st October 2024
From 31st October 2024, the UK government will strictly enforce the requirement for an ENS declaration for all freight vehicles entering the UK. This includes:
▪Freight Details: Quantity, transport mode, type of goods, materials, etc.
▪Empty Trucks: Even empty trucks, packaging, and bundling require documentation.
▪Accuracy: The Entry Summary declaration must be complete and accurate.
▪Submission: Declarations must be submitted before arriving at the border. Missing or incorrect declarations could result in fines and potential delays.
The Consequences of Non-Compliance
Failing to submit the required ENS declaration accurately and on time could possibly lead to several serious consequences:
‼Fines: Financial penalties for non-compliance.
‼Delays: Goods may be stopped or delayed at the UK border, disrupting your supply chain.
‼Operational Inefficiency: Increased waiting times for freight vehicles, which can affect delivery schedules and operational costs.
How Can CustomsPro Help?
To navigate these new requirements smoothly, CustomsPro has been upgraded to include ENS compliance within the standard UK import product, in addition to the usual benefits and at no additional cost. CustomsPro offers a comprehensive solution:
✅Compatibility: Works at all UK RoRo ports.
✅Integrated Services: Includes Goods Vehicle Movement Service (GVMS) application as well as ENS compliance.
✅Cost-Effective: Flat fee per consignment, irrespective of the number of HS codes, including ENS documentation and compliance.
✅No Hidden Fees: No sign-up fees, monthly subscriptions, or contracts.
✅Expert Support: Benefit from specialised Brexit advice and support from our team with over 50 years of cross channel customs clearance experience.
Why Choose CustomsPro ENS?
In addition, we have developed CustomsPro ENS, a stand-alone service that ensures compliance with the new ENS requirements while saving time and avoiding the stress of last-minute preparations. It also features many of the benefits of the standard CustomsPro product.
✳Fast and Easy: Complete your ENS declaration in under 2 minutes using our web-based interface.
✳Drag & Drop: Simply provide us with your documents on our digital platform to get your ENS
✳Cost-Effective: Flat fee per consignment
✳No Hidden Fees: No sign-up fees, monthly subscriptions, or contracts
✳Expertise: As with all ChannelPorts services, our specialised experts and partners are ready to advise you on any subject to ease your customs journey
Get Prepared Now
Don’t wait until the last minute, we have seen this happen before with negative consequences. Start preparing for the new ENS requirements today with CustomsProENS. Visit www.channelports.co.uk to sign up or contact us for more information. Ensure your compliance and keep your goods moving smoothly into the UK.