HMRC is seeking views on potential simplifications to customs declarations and the way that businesses use technology to facilitate the completion of customs declarations and other customs processes. The consultation closes at 11:45pm on 8 September 2023.

This call for evidence will be of interest to traders of all sizes making either import or export movements, including both traders who complete declarations themselves and those who use customs intermediaries and so do not interact with HMRC customs systems directly. It will also be of interest to customs intermediaries and customs software providers, as well as businesses who do not currently engage in international trade but may if customs processes could be simplified or better facilitated by technology.

HMRC will be holding webinars on 5 July 2023 and 13 July 2023 regarding this consultation where policy officials will explain the consultation questions and how to respond. If you would like to attend one of these webinars, please contact HMRC by emailing externalstakeholders.customs@hmrc.gov.uk by 3 July and 11 July respectively.

Any responses or queries about this call for evidence should be sent to customsdeclarationsandtechnology@hmrc.gov.uk.

CONSULTATION: The future of customs declarations