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January 3, 2025, admin

Introducing Safety and Security Declarations (ENS)

Introducing our new Safety and Security Declarations (ENS) service, designed to streamline your import processes and ensure compliance with the latest UK regulations.

What Are Safety and Security Declarations (ENS)?
An Entry Summary Declaration (ENS) is a mandatory pre-arrival notification that provides UK customs authorities with advance information about goods being imported into Great Britain. This measure enhances border security by allowing authorities to assess potential risks before goods enter the country.

Why is ENS Compliance Crucial?
Starting January 31, 2025, all goods imported into Great Britain from the EU must be covered by a safety and security declaration. Non-compliance can lead to significant delays, fines, and disruptions to your supply chain.

Our ENS Solution
Our platform offers a user-friendly interface that simplifies the submission of ENS declarations. Key features include:

  • Automated Data Entry: Reduce manual input and errors with our intelligent data processing.
  • Real-Time Compliance Checks: Ensure your declarations meet the latest regulatory standards.
  • Fast Submission: Submit your ENS declarations in just a few minutes, ensuring timely compliance.


Benefits of Using Our Service

  • Avoid Penalties: Stay compliant with UK regulations to prevent fines and legal issues.
  • Streamlined Operations: Enhance efficiency with our intuitive platform, allowing you to focus on your core business activities.
  • Expert Support: Access our team of customs experts for guidance and assistance whenever needed.


Automate Your Existing Workflow
Customs Declarations UK platform is designed to seamlessly integrate with your existing systems, enabling automated submission of Safety and Security Declarations (ENS) through our robust API capabilities.

Seamless API Integration
Our platform is APIs ready, that can connect directly with your current systems, such as Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solutions. This integration facilitates real-time data exchange, ensuring that your customs declarations are processed swiftly and accurately.

Key Features:

  • Automated Data Transmission: Eliminate manual data entry by transmitting shipment information directly from your systems to our platform. This automation reduces errors and accelerates the declaration process.
  • Real-Time Notifications: Stay informed with instant updates on the status of your declarations, including any actionable tasks or customs feedback, allowing for prompt responses and uninterrupted workflows.
  • Scalability: Our solution is designed to handle large volumes of data, making it suitable for businesses of all sizes, from SMEs to large enterprises.


Benefits of Automation:

  • Increased Efficiency: Automating your customs declaration process reduces shipment lead times from hours to minutes, allowing your team to focus on core business activities.
  • Enhanced Accuracy: By minimizing manual intervention, the risk of errors is significantly reduced, ensuring compliance with customs regulations and avoiding potential penalties.
  • Cost Savings: Streamlining your workflow leads to reduced operational costs, as automation decreases the need for manual labor and expedites the clearance process.


Partner with Us

Embrace automation to enhance your customs declaration process. Our API-ready platform is designed to integrate effortlessly with your existing systems, providing a streamlined, efficient, and compliant solution for your ENS submissions.

Register you interest today and learn more about how our automated solutions can transform your workflow.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an Entry Summary Declaration (ENS)?

An Entry Summary Declaration (ENS) is a mandatory pre-arrival notification that provides UK customs authorities with advance information about goods being imported into Great Britain. This measure enhances border security by allowing authorities to assess potential risks before goods enter the country.

When will ENS requirements for EU imports into Great Britain take effect?

The requirement for ENS declarations on goods imported from the EU into Great Britain will commence on 31 January 2025. Businesses are encouraged to prepare in advance to ensure compliance by this date.

Who is responsible for submitting the ENS declaration?

The legal responsibility to submit an ENS declaration lies with the carrier—the operator of the active means of transport bringing the goods into the UK. However, a third party, such as an importer or intermediary, can submit the declaration on the carrier’s behalf with the carrier’s knowledge and consent. The carrier remains liable for ensuring the declaration is submitted on time.

What information is required in an ENS declaration?

The ENS declaration requires specific data elements, including:

  • Consignor and Consignee Details: Names and addresses, and EORI numbers if available.
  • Goods Description: Detailed description or commodity code.
  • Transport Information: Mode of transport, journey route, and expected arrival date and time.
  • Packaging Details: Number and type of packages, total weight.

From 31 January 2025, the dataset will include 20 mandatory fields, 8 conditional fields (required in specific circumstances), and 9 optional fields.

How and when should the ENS declaration be submitted?

ENS declarations must be submitted electronically through the Safety and Security Great Britain (S&S GB) service. The timing depends on the mode of transport:

  • Maritime Containerised Cargo: At least 24 hours before loading at the port of departure.
  • Maritime Bulk or Break Bulk Cargo: At least 4 hours before arrival.
  • Roll-on Roll-off (RoRo) Accompanied Freight: At least 2 hours before arrival of the ferry operator.
  • Short-Haul Flights (less than 4 hours): At the time of actual take-off.
  • Long-Haul Flights: At least 4 hours before arrival.

Are there any exemptions to the ENS requirement?

Certain goods are exempt from ENS requirements, including:

  • Electrical energy.
  • Goods entering by pipeline.
  • Letters, postcards, and printed materials.
  • Goods in a traveller’s personal luggage declared to customs orally.

A detailed list of exemptions is available in Article 104 of the retained Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2015/2446.

What are the consequences of failing to submit an ENS declaration?

Non-compliance with ENS requirements can lead to:

  • Delays at the border.
  • Fines and penalties.
  • Potential refusal of entry for the goods.

It is crucial to ensure timely and accurate submission of ENS declarations to avoid these issues.

Can an ENS declaration be amended after submission?

Yes, amendments can be made to an ENS declaration up until the point of arrival in the UK. If any information changes, such as the amount of goods or the time of arrival, you can amend your declaration accordingly. However, submitted declarations cannot be cancelled; if goods will no longer be shipped, it is not necessary to inform the S&S GB service.

How can I register for the Safety and Security Great Britain (S&S GB) service?

To register for the S&S GB service, you will need:

  • A Government Gateway account.
  • A Great Britain Economic Operators Registration and Identification (EORI) number.

The S&S GB service does not have a user interface; therefore, data will need to be lodged using Customs Declarations UK platform.

Where can I find more information and guidance on ENS requirements

For detailed guidance, refer to the UK government’s official publications