Are you ready to move business-to-business (B2B) parcels from Great Britain into Northern Ireland?

On 19 September, the Government confirmed that the new arrangements under the Windsor Framework for parcels and freight movements that were due to come into effect from 30 September 2024 would not take effect from that date and that businesses should be fully prepared for them by 31 March 2025.  

The attached factsheet sets out key information you’ll need to help you prepare for the new arrangements for business-to-business (B2B) parcel movements from Great Britain to Northern Ireland.

Please visit the GOV.UK website to: 

• find out how to apply for UKIMS authorisation and the requirements you will need to meet 

• read the statutory guidance for businesses sending parcels to Northern Ireland  

HMRC will be hosting a webinar on 21 November, and you can register to attend (opens in Microsoft Forms).  

For support with general trader queries, call the Customs and International Trade Helpline on 0300 322 9434 or textphone 0300 200 3719. 

See Attached Document