Training course - is this course suitable for you?

Is it for me?

The course is aimed at anyone who works in an import role and has had no formal training, or for the more experienced staff member looking to refresh and update their knowledge.

Importing and producing correct paperwork can be tricky, whether you import from the EU or the rest of the world, our half day course will help demystify the process and provide each attendee guidance on import clearance.

Course content

Topics discussed and taught:

  • What is an Import?
  • Things to Consider when importing
  • Import Licences
  • Sanctions & Embargoes
  • Controlled Goods
  • Import Documents – an explanation of each
  • Duty & VAT
  • Tariff Commodity Codes
  • Preference & Preference Documentation
  • Certificates of Origin
  • Customs Duty Suspension Schemes
  • UK Customs Code
  • Special Procedures – an overview

How to book

To book through the website, click ‘log in’ at the top of the page. Log in to our website or set yourself up an account in seconds.

Once you are logged in, click the ‘book now’ button. Alternatively, email our training team on the email below who can book your place and send you an invoice.

Member’s fee:  £200 + VAT

Non-member’s fee: £270 + VAT

Interested in working with us to create quality course content for your bespoke business requirements?

Our team are experienced in crafting tailored training delivery programmes to meet your specific needs.  Contact us to discuss how we would approach this with you.

Looking to continue learning after the course?

This course is part of our British Chamber (BCC) accredited course collection.

Attendees of a BCC course have the opportunity to work towards gaining the Foundation Award in International trade – a nationally recognised qualification gained from completing six BCC accredited modules of training.

If you would like to find out how to gain this achievement, talk to the team today.Not looking to gain a qualification, but wanting the flexibility to learn specific guidance on your chosen topic?

You are welcome to book and join the course without being enrolled in the Foundation Award collection.

Interested in working with us to create quality course content for your bespoke business requirements?

Our team are experienced in crafting tailored training delivery programmes to meet your specific needs.  Contact us to discuss how we would approach this with you.

Ts & Cs

*Any cancellations must be confirmed via email to training@birmingham-chamber.com and must be given within 5 working days clear of the original event date. For any cancellations given less than 5 working days before the event, fees will not be refunded. This also counts for non-attendance. If the course is due to run again in the future, delegates can opt to transfer to the next available date. A £50 fee will still be issued to cover the costs already incurred.

*Please note, the aim is always to finish at the time provided above, but please allow extra time depending on how many delegates are on the course, as there may be more questions for the trainer to answer.