Export Documentation & Import Procedures 

Online Course

Accurate Documentation. Smoother Shipments. Fewer Costly Errors.

Export documentation plays a critical role in keeping international shipments moving. Missing, inaccurate or incorrectly completed documents can lead to customs delays, additional charges and unnecessary disruption.

This practical course explains why different export documents are required, when they should be used and the key information they must contain. It also provides a clear introduction to UK import procedures, helping delegates recognise common errors, improve accuracy and reduce avoidable costs.

What You Will Learn

Gain practical knowledge you can apply to your everyday export and import activities:

Prepare export documentation with confidence

  • Understand when and how to use proforma and commercial invoices, packing lists and Export Cargo Shipping Instructions (ECSI).

  • Recognise the requirements for UK and Arab Certificates of Origin, EUR1 Movement Certificates and other supporting documents.

Get shipping and customs paperwork right

  • Understand multimodal transport documents, certificates of shipment, insurance certificates and certificates of conformity.

  • Become familiar with C88 Customs Entries, export licences and Permission to Progress (P2P), and understand when they are relevant.

Handle specialist export requirements

  • Understand the purpose and use of ATA Carnets for temporary exports.

  • Recognise the role of drafts and Bills of Exchange in international trade documentation.

Understand UK import procedures

  • Explore the main import procedures, types of customs entries and the documentation required.

  • Understand the role of Customs and Excise, the UK tariff, preferences and quotas.

Avoid common mistakes and unnecessary costs

  • Recognise frequent import documentation errors and how to prevent them.

  • Understand the responsibilities of freight forwarders and clearing agents, and where to find reliable advice and information.

Why This Course Matters

International trade depends on accurate documentation and a clear understanding of customs procedures. Even small errors can result in shipment delays, additional costs, customs queries and unnecessary administrative burden.

This practical course equips you with the knowledge and confidence to:

  • Prepare export documentation accurately
  • Improve understanding of UK import procedures
  • Reduce documentation errors and customs delays
  • Strengthen compliance across your international operations
  • Minimise unnecessary costs and administrative issues
  • Keep international shipments moving efficiently

Who Should Attend?

This workshop is ideal for export, import, shipping, logistics and customs professionals, together with anyone responsible for preparing or managing international trade documentation.

Refresh and extend your knowledge of export documentation and UK import procedures with practical guidance that can help improve accuracy, reduce costs and keep shipments moving.

Event Details

Venue: Videoconference via Zoom

Date: 3 December 2026

Time: 9.30am to 3.30pm

Cost: Discounted fee £539 +VAT* | Full price £559 +VAT

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