New customs regulations for Ireland

From 12.01am on Wednesday 31^st January 2024, there are new customs regulations that will significantly affect exports from Ireland to the UK.  The new rules mean that exporters from Ireland to the UK now must now adhere to new customs regulations if they wish to continue trading

new import rules

Since Brexit, exporters from Ireland to the UK must ensure compliance with the new customs regulations, outlined in the recently prepared import rules. This proactive approach is essential to avoid any disruptions in the movement of their goods across the UK.

A good example of precisely what this means is the St Tola Goat Cheese, manufactured in Inagh, Co Clare.

Siobhan Ni Ghairbhith, owner of the company, says she has been preparing for the new customs regulations for several weeks.

“It has taken a lot of time and consideration and regular discussions with the Department of Agriculture.  It just adds another layer of bureaucracy, time and money.  It makes exports to the UK more expensive.” –

“It has taken a lot of time and consideration and regular discussions with the Department of Agriculture.  It just adds another layer of bureaucracy, time and money.  It makes exports to the UK more expensive.” –

Simon McKeever, CEO of the Irish Exporters Association (IEA) says that companies must be ready for these changes.

Under the new rules if part of the paperwork called a Goods Movement Reference (GMR) is not completed, then the affected goods will not be allowed on the ferry.

Preparedness is crucial.

The UK remains Ireland’s most important trading partner with over one third of exports crossing the Irish Sea.  In 2022 Irish food and drink exports to the UK were worth €5.5 billion.

Ensure full preparation when exporting from Ireland to the UK; being prepared is crucial.

The watchword is readiness for exporters, as those not acquainted with the new customs regulations won’t be permitted to export goods to the UK.

To export goods to the UK, dealers must be up to speed with the latest customs regulations to avoid any hindrances.

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