![]() In extreme cases, it could also lead to your parcels being returned or destroyed.īadly addressed items could also be subject to delay at BFPO, if items cannot be processed via our automated systems and require manual data input.īFPO Customers should consider that there are a number of potential industrial action strikes days announced by unions/staff working in parts of the UK Mail Sector. Harmonised System (HS) Commodity Codes – BFPO is seeking further clarity on the requirement to provide this detail for packages and mail posted over a UK Post Office counter and will provide further updates.īFPO customers are responsible for ensuring the new regulations are followed, and failure to comply could result in items being seized and subjected to additional VAT/clearance charges prior to release by local customs authorities.Customs declarations – customers must clearly declare all contents list each item with the number of pieces and values then sign the declaration.Address label – printed or BLOCK capitals only – this will help to avoid delays. ![]() Recipient name and address in full, destination in full – do not use any country locations as these can result in items being processed wrongly within the UK mail system.Sender/Return Address in full – full name must be used and not for example ‘from Gran’ or ‘the Smiths’.The following information must be clearly stated on all small packet/parcel mail: Please note that all BFPO mail requires a customs declaration, and no destinations are exempt. ![]() Staff at BFPO Northolt will be required to capture all data and provide precise consignment contents data to our mail conveyance partners to facilitate onward movement. Declarations made in full. These rules will apply to all goods except documents regardless of value. The European Union (EU) is strengthening safety and security at customs through a large-scale information system called Import Control System 2 (ICS2) on 1 March 2023.Īll goods being shipped into or transiting through EU countries or Northern Ireland, Norway and Switzerland by air must include a minimum six-digit Harmonised System (HS) code and an accurate description for each item in the shipment. Important changes for sending BFPO mail and parcels from 1 March 2023 To assist BFPO customers through this transitional period, we are not making any changes to our mail acceptance process at this time, and we will continue to guide customers through this process and take a phased approach, should any change become necessary. It’s important to consider that these changes will apply to all UK business or private customers who send mail to EU destinations. BFPO also anticipate that these changes will be introduced more generally in other global regions in the future, as mail distribution becomes more automated and internationally aligned. In the meantime, customers can access guidance on sending mail overseas, how to complete customs declarations, making best use of gift allowance and how to access HS codes by clicking the link below: It is not clear yet whether HS codes will be mandatory for private items posted over a Post Office counter, and BFPO will update private customers once this position becomes clear. ![]() ![]() Commercial suppliers should already be including HS codes as part of their customs declarations. We also highlighted that all BFPO mail must always have a fully completed custom declaration attached to your small packet or parcel.Īdditionally, we introduced the requirement to include Harmonised System codes (HS codes) as part of the customs declaration process. In this message we highlighted the importance that all BFPO mail should always be properly and clearly addressed, using a printed label or written in block capitals showing both sender name and address as well as recipient name and address. In January 2023, BFPO informed customers of important changes when sending mail and parcels via the BFPO system to EU member states. ![]()
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