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Imports Advisory Practice

The world of international trade can present importers with significant challenges. The need to navigate regulations, master technology and ensure efficient supply chains is imperative.

That’s why the Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade has set up dedicated Imports Advisory Practice to support UK importers.

Independent import advisors to complement your teams

The Chartered Institute provides objective and unbiased advice so you can manage risks and identify opportunities more efficiently. Our advisors meticulously study regulatory changes and stay abreast of technical advances in import processes. This means they can support you with an objective perspective that equips you with complementary, flexible and specialist expertise.

Specialist import expertise for

Manufacturers

Retailers, wholesalers

Distributors

Food and drink

We know your challenges

We know your pain points because we’ve lived them. We’ve also helped many organisations with import challenges similar to your own. Here are some examples of ways we can help with your import challenges:

Border Target Operating Model (BTOM) guidance - we’ll help you through documentation requirements, customs declarations and Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) checks.
Inward processing - we’ll support your applications to inward processing reliefs to manage cashflow and optimise your supply chains.
Simplified Customs Declaration Procedures (SCDP) applications - we’ll assist you in submitting your application and implementing the required procedures.
Digital Trade - We will guide you through the digital transformation of your supply chain.

Meet your advisor

Ilona is a customs specialist with over eight years of expertise in import operations and customs compliance. She is skilled in managing import processes, conducting customs and broker invoice audits, and developing policies to streamline cross-border trade. With a focus on the MENAT and EMEA regions, Ilona has successfully navigated complex import regulations and assessed their impact on business operations. Currently, she serves as a digital trade and customs specialist, contributing to key initiatives such as BTOM and the UK 2025 Border Strategy, where she navigates projects around disruptive technologies to optimize import processes and global trade facilitation.

Specialist import services

International trade surgeries

Get answers to your business’ burning questions in a two-hour phone call with one of our international trade experts

Inward and outward processing

Save money and avoid unnecessary duty payments with support for your application for either inward or outward processing

SCDP authorisation

Simplified Customs Declaration Procedures can make your international trading more efficient and simpler. Our experts can support your application

SPS support

Agricultural goods like plants and meats are subject to sanitary and phytosanitary controls. Our experts will help you understand your obligations

Enquire now

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