Moving Your Belongings From Great Britain to Northern Ireland
Moving from Great Britain to Northern Ireland? We bet you’re excited. But with all the protocol that has to be observed, you can be overwhelmed. If that’s the case, we’ve got you.
Central Moves is one of UK’s biggest and most seasoned moving firms with offices in London, Surrey, Milton Keynes, name it! We are familiar with all government requirements and can help make your move effortless.
Here is a quick guide on moving your personal property from Great Britain to Northern Ireland:
Moving Your Personal Belongings to Northern Ireland by Yourself
When moving your personal belongings from Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales) to Northern Ireland, you may be concerned about customs charges. You’ll be glad to know that you can get relief from paying customs duties on your personal belongings.
If you are relocating your personal belongings yourself, you can make a declaration by conduct. You can accomplish this once you reach the British exit point by:
• If you’re on foot, walk with your items through the customs control point which can be a green channel marked “nothing to declare”.
• If you’re driving, go through the customs checkpoint with the goods inside your car and continue your onward travel.
• Once you get to Northern reland, simply go through the green channel at your entry point.
• If the green channel is not available at your port of entry, drive across the port’s boundary.
When moving through some areas, your carrier may ask you for a goods movement reference (GMR). If they do, you should let them know that you are a private citizen transporting your possessions which do not require a GMR.
It’s also worth noting that you are not required to complete an entry summary declaration, also known as a safety and security declaration.
Moving Your Personal Belongings to Northern Ireland Through a Third Party
When using a third party such as Central Moves to move your belongings, the process is a bit more complex. The person or business must be registered with the goods vehicle movement system.
They’ll also need to make a declaration. If they are unfamiliar with customs procedures, they should register for the free Trader Support Service. This support service can complete declarations on their behalf without the need for specialised assistance or software. It will also help them through any changes brought on by the introduction of the Northern Ireland Protocol.
Lastly, they may need to make an entry summary declaration, also referred to as a safety and security declaration to guarantee that they’re transporting safe goods. Make sure they check if an entry summary declaration is required.
Relocating Your Pet to Northern Ireland
Animals brought in for non-commercial purposes qualify for relief under the transfer of residence relief since they are considered to be personal property and are therefore eligible.
But if you’re confused about anything, you can call the Pet Travel Scheme helpdesk or get information on bringing your cat, ferret or dog, to the UK. Contact the Animal and Plant Health Agency imports team at 03000 200 301 to learn more about bringing live animals or animal products into the United Kingdom.
Note, however, that animals brought in for commercial use are not eligible for relief. This covers all animals used for breeding, contests and retail sales.
Central Moves Is Conversant With All This and More
Relocating can be exciting. After all, the concept of a fresh start renews the mind and body. But the process of moving and protocols to be observed can kill any joy that comes with relocation.
That’s why we advocate for moving companies that are conversant with all the details, to take the pressure away. Let us give you a professional and effortless relocation. Contact us! https://www.centralmoves.co.uk/removal-company-to-ireland-removals-london-to-ireland/
