Importing can present complications including managing long-distance relationships, organising international transport and ensuring customs clearance.

Successful importing requires an understanding of customs rules and procedures, a lack of which can cause importers to incur unnecessary costs and delays in arrival of goods. 

This in-depth advanced training will support importers to gain this knowledge, building on the 'Introduction to Importing' course. It goes in-depth into the detail of customs compliance, import documentation, duty relief schemes and payment methods.

If you are looking to increase the efficiency of your importing processes and expand your knowledge on the procedures, this course will help you to grow your imports and expertise. 

This course is ideal for:

  • Customer services
  • Shipping
  • Purchasing
  • Accounts and finance
  • Import administration and management
  • Logistic managers
  • Research and development
  • Legal & compliance

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Learning outcomes

  • Identify how to select suppliers
  • Gain comprehensive insight into Incoterms®
  • Learn the SAD C88 key fields
  • Understand the new Customs Declaration service (CDS)
  • Appreciation of customs obligations and processes
  • In-depth understanding of rules of origin in trade deals
  • Learn how to complete a customs valuation
  • Understand requirements for completing import declarations
  • Import preference (GSP, AT, EUR & REX)

Key information

  • Non-member price: £599.00 (exc. VAT)

  • Chartered Institute member price: £499.00 (exc. VAT) 

  • It will be delivered by one of the Chartered Institute of Export & International Trade's custom and trade experts

  • This course contributes 10 points in the Chartered Institute's CPD programme

  • On completion of your course, you will earn a digital certificate

Please note: booking a place on one of our courses implies acceptance of training terms and conditions