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Navigate the complexities of importing, exporting and customs, with the Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade.

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Academy 

Build the trade leaders of tomorrow  

Real trade mastery comes from experience. With the Chartered Institute, you can access in-depth training led by international customs and trade professionals. Our courses build the knowledge and practical skills needed for compliant, successful, and competitive international trade. 

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Advisory

We can navigate global trade together

In an increasingly complex global market, the right expertise can transform trade challenges into growth opportunities. Our advisory services offer you practical guidance tailored to your unique business needs so you can trade compliantly and confidently.

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Chartered Institute Membership

Discover what membership can do for you
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Professional

Unlock invaluable resources created to support your international trade career.

Professional

From £36/year

Join at any stage of your professional development and boost your career prospects

  • Exclusive Lunchtime Learning webinars offering tips and tricks from our experts
  • Discounts on the Chartered Institute’s training courses
  • Special Interest Groups delivering industry-specific expertise and networking
  • Priority access to the Chartered Institute’s networking events
  • Digital badge and suffix showcasing your commitment to professional excellence
  • Coming soon: International trade toolkits to support you in your role
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Business

Unlock our complete benefits package for you and your team, including our trade and customs helpline.

Business

From £375/year

Unlock essential insights, tools and education for you and your team

  • Unlimited use of the Chartered Institute’s trade and customs helpline
  • Exclusive Lunchtime Learning webinars offering tips and tricks from our experts
  • Discounts on the Chartered Institute’s training courses and advisory services
  • Special Interest Groups delivering industry-specific expertise and networking
  • Priority access to the Chartered Institute’s networking events
  • Access to our business member logo, showcasing your commitment to professional excellence
  • Coming soon: International trade toolkits to support you and your team with your global trade operations
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Reach, connect and engage with our community of international trade professionals.

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From £2000/year

Put your brand front and centre of our international trade community

  • Preferential rates on marketing, promotion and sponsorship opportunities
  • Networking and exhibitor opportunities at the Chartered Institute's events
  • Proudly display our logo on your brand and marketing collateral
  • Expert insights delivered to your inbox daily
  • Advertising opportunities in our Daily Update newsletter
  • Reach our audience through a Chartered-Institute-hosted webinar

Testimonials

Membership
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Through my membership of the Chartered Institute – an organisation dedicated to supporting those who work in exporting and importing – I have access to expertise and industry best-practice vital to keep me and my business informed and operating at the top of our game.

Jonathan Walsh MCIEx Full Member Fortior Insight
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The challenge within this profession is staying on top of ever-changing legislation and regulations. The Chartered Institute is an excellent partner, not just for training courses, but also by providing helpful tools like webinars and special interest groups.

Alexandra Tamas Business Member Knauf Insulation
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Friendly and knowledgeable trainer. Any questions asked the tutor answered, and if not known, they asked colleagues and answers were provided. Course contained a lot of information and very thorough in everything covered.

Lee Carvell Customer Service Export Assistant Robert Welch
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The tutor was very lovely, she explained everything clearly. Particularly when discussing the composite export health certificates, which is a bit more complicated, so very helpful! The course was well structured and allowed for questions in between so was at a good pace!

Hayley Vaughan Customs Manager TJX Europe
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Studying with the Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade has been valuable in increasing my knowledge and understanding of the complexities of international trade.

Modules cover all important aspects of trading internationally and cover key facts in detail while putting them into context using real-life examples. These are qualifications that employers recognise and value and obtaining these qualifications has greatly assisted my career.

Kate Willers Student member
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The Advanced Certificate in International Trade qualification has been a great platform in order for me to enhance my skills and update my knowledge. This has been incredibly important for maintaining my credibility for assisting and supporting our companies with their international ambitions.

Marion Murray Level 4 Diploma in International Trade (formerly ACIT) Student member
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The onsite health check went exceptionally well, I was amazed at how open, honest, and frank the Westmill staff were. I know that if we had gone with one of the big 4, the outcome would have been very different. The consultant made all involved feel comfortable and able to express their thoughts and concerns without holding back.

Alessandro Wagner Global Compliance Manager ABF

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About us

Trade excellence since 1935

The Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade’s purpose is to empower organisations and equip individuals with the expertise to trade effectively, sustainably and competitively.

Established in 1935, the Chartered Institute is trusted by governments, businesses and trade professionals around the world as the leading experts in international trade and the foremost association of exporters and importers.

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Upcoming events

Scotland Header Member exclusive
01 April, 2025

Scotland Member Forum session 2

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Student Learning Series Member exclusive
02 April, 2025

Student Learning Series: What I wish I’d known before starting in my career in export and international trade

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Webinars
02 April, 2025

Public Webinar Supply Chain Innovations: Cutting-edge digital solutions enhancing cross-border trade

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Lunchtimelearning Member exclusive
10 April, 2025

Q&A on the EU’s General Product Safety Regulation

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