Non-compliance – ignorance or apathy?
As International Trade specialists, we are often called upon to help businesses meet their compliance obligations. Far too frequently, this
DDP ex-VAT – a new Incoterms® rule?
Incoterms® rules are published by the ICC and, in recent times, have been updated and revised every 10 years. The current version is Incoterms® 2020
Would you climb a mountain without training?
At International Trade Matters, we have always had a very flexible approach to training because we know that every company is different.
How to get a Certificate of Origin
A Certificate of Origin is an official document that states the origin of goods that are being traded internationally. It shows where the goods were manufactured, produced, or processed.
Importers, be prepared
Delayed import declarations, Duties, Postponed VAT Accounting – Are you really prepared?
Understanding the costs of importing and exporting
With many costs hitting importers and exporters it’s frequently difficult to understand charges from duties, VAT and fees
Why every importer must pro-actively manage their imports
Your imports are your responsibility. Since the UK’s departure from the EU, billions of pounds worth of imports are now subject to new processes.
EU VAT obligations for eCommerce sellers explained – and what you need to do
Exports are zero rated for VAT so there is generally no need to charge VAT on your export sales. However, when the goods arrive at the border in your overseas market, import VAT becomes due.
Importing problems on the horizon for 1st July?
Postponed VAT, Delayed Declarations and Duties could be cause for concern in the second half of 2021 for UK importers
Helping Goods Flow Smoothly
A small investment of time and money spent on reviewing and improving your documents can deliver a dramatic return on that investment if it helps products arrive on time. That has a direct impact on cashflow, customer satisfaction, internal administrative time and energy, and ultimately how you are viewed by your customers and your staff.
What does January 1st and the trade agreement really mean to businesses?
International Trade Specialist, Frances Fawcett explores the impact of December’s trade agreement on customs declarations, tariffs, VAT, Country of Origin and more…
Why Incoterms® will be even more important from January
Incoterms® are an internationally accepted set of rules that apply to the supply and transportation of physical goods. The time to find out is not in January when your goods are stuck in customs! The time to find out is now.
Would you climb a mountain without training?
Frances Fawcett discusses why training is critical and – currently – free! Are your people trained to meet the requirements that keep your company safe and well run?
6 steps to Brexit for business?
What are your top six steps to prepare for Brexit? Here’s a summary from meeting a cross-section of UK businesses
How does a business prepare for Brexit?
How do I prepare for Brexit? A lot of questions, press activity, rumours and opinions – which to listen to, where to go for sound practical advice? What do you need to know? What do you need to do?
Getting The Basics Right – Part 4 – Processes
Whatever your product or service, having processes in place for everyday tasks ensures consistency, and quality, and makes the day-to-day lives of employees easier.
Getting The Basics Right – Part 3 – Change Management
Being open to change, embracing the opportunities it offers and having a team ready to leap on new projects paves the way for improvement, better ways of doing things, growth and new successes.
Getting The Basics Right – Part 2 – Communications
This is the second in a series of four blogs looking at some fundamental areas of business. The first can