International Trade

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This is a half-day hands-on practical workshop created to give you the knowledge you need to run your export activity smoothly.
By the end of July 2023 exports from the UK were up over 16% on the previous year. Businesses know that they can and should be able to grow their profits by exporting. This training can show you how to do this successfully.

Monthly drop-in clinic to discuss any import or export issues.

This is a step-by-step practical workshop created to give you the knowledge you need to run your import activity smoothly. It offers a comprehensive guide suitable for businesses looking to import or beginners who are new to an import role.

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THIS one day course provides delegates with the necessary skills and knowledge to prepare and process documents encountered when exporting goods overseas, including to the EU. It is fully supported with user friendly notes to ensure they can operate effectively in the workplace.

The 2025 Northern Lincolnshire Business Awards is now in its 23rd year!

THIS one day course will lead delegates through the procedures and documentation required to successfully complete an import transaction. Delegates will learn about the import process from initial contact with potential supplier to the import customs clearance process to ensure receipt of goods in time and within budget.

This one day course is designed to increase understanding of customs procedures for both imports and exports. It will consider the impact of the latest UK Customs Procedures and will explain in detail your obligations and responsibilities to HMRC. It will outline the duties and taxes currently payable on entry of goods into the UK and the bases of calculation, and also the need to produce a proof of removal for VAT reconciliation. The course will also discuss preferential and non-preferential origin and how to identify if your goods satisfy the rules of origin.

INCOTERMS (International Commercial Terms) comprise some of the most widely used, but most misunderstood aspects within international trade; they can impact on a number of areas of a company’s operations, including sales, accounts, operations, compliance and customer service.
If used correctly, Incoterms can avoid uncertainty, minimise delay and facilitate smooth operations, transport and payment. If you agree to use a term without understanding the full implications for your business, it can result in unexpected costs, obligations and delays.

THIS half day course takes an in-depth look at the rules of origin, providing clarity between preference origin and non-preference origin and how to establish where goods originate “officially”.

Do you understand what a Commodity Code is? Do you know how to find out what your Commodity Code(s) should be?
Commodity Codes dictate your duty rating as well as alerting you to any import or export restrictions.

THE Customs Declaration Service (CDS) is the new system that supports making import and export customs declarations. It will replace the current CHIEF system.

THIS one day course covers the 5 main types of payment for exports, from advance payment to open account, including Sight Documentary Collection and Documentary Letters of Credit. It includes the use of Bills of Exchange with and without documents.