Skip to main content

UK Customs Clearance and Consultancy

Alinea Customs provide UK customs brokerage & consultancy. Our staff are professionally trained in customs administration and offer efficient clearance and ongoing support across cross-border transactions.

OPEN A CUSTOMS CLEARANCE ACCOUNTCONTACT US

Alinea Customs

Alinea Customs provides professional customs clearance at ports across the UK, volume discounts for clients making regular shipments, and transit documents.

Our trade clients are assigned an account manager, and provided with a direct line in order to facilitate efficient cross-border practices, and receive ongoing support for any customs queries.

We have in-house legal expertise and in addition to customs brokerage services, we provide consultancy in all areas of UK customs law and practice. We also assist international companies in entering the UK market, through the provision of UK company formation conducted by a solicitor, EORI and VAT applications, and VAT filing services.

World Economic Forum Annual Meeting Ilham Kadri, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Executive Committee, Syensqo, Belgium; Maros Sefcovic, Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security, Interinstitutional Relations and Transparency, European Commission; Nikol Pashinyan, Prime Minister of the Republic of Armenia; Patrick Pouyanné, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, TotalEnergies, France; speaking in How to Project Europe's Power session at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2025 in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland, 23/1/2025, 11:30 – 12:15 at Kurpark Village - Aspen 3. Stakeholder Dialogue. Copyright: World Economic Forum / Faruk Pinjo
Will Joining the Pan-Euro-Mediterranean (PEM) Convention help UK Businesses?

Will Joining the Pan-Euro-Mediterranean (PEM) Convention help UK Businesses?

Alinea Customs Briefing  Following this year’s World Economic Forum at Davos, for UK industries, discussion…
Read More
A 2024 guide to customs compliance and cross-border trade

A 2024 guide to customs compliance and cross-border trade

Alinea Customs contributed an article to Trade Finance Global outlining customs compliance obligations, and areas…
Read More
CDS Mandatory for Exports from 30 March 2024

CDS Mandatory for Exports from 30 March 2024

From 30th March 2024, CDS will be mandatory for all exports, and will be the…
Read More
Commodity codes – 2024 updates to the Combined Nomenclature

Commodity codes – 2024 updates to the Combined Nomenclature

At the turn of each year, revisions are made to the Combined Nomenclature (CN) -…
Read More

Services we offer

Import Clearance

Alinea Customs provide administration of import clearance at ports across the UK.

Export Clearance

Alinea Customs handles Export Administrative Documents (EAD) at UK ports and can issue transit documents from the Port of Dover.

Customs Consultancy

Commercial and corporate consultancy addressing all areas of international trade.

UK Customs Training

Alinea has developed a training package which we deliver in-house to businesses seeking a practical grounding in UK customs procedures.

What Our Clients Say

Alinea Customs provide support with to import tax and duty from the EU and ensuring our reporting is correct with HMRC. A knowledgeable team, they deliver accurate submissions that help the company.

Finance Director,Packaging Company

Brexit has unfortunately imposed many challenges these past few years and like everyone else we were facing significant challenges with customs. All this was having a negative effect on our business until we contacted Alinea Customs. We highly recommend Alinea Customs Ltd because their proactive and approachable professional team works closely with us providing excellent service. Their expertise guarantees all the processes to be successful.

D Forwarding

We highly recommend Alinea Customs for their exceptional professionalism and speedy service. Their clear and efficient communication makes them a standout choice for export needs. We endorse their services wholeheartedly.

Steven WilliamsLogistics Provider

We give 5 stars for professionalism, promptness, quality of services, efficient communication and we can warmly recommend you to use Alinea London services.

Giampex Logistics Srl

Really happy with the services!! Holly is very helpful and she offers the best solution for you. Alinea Customs facilitated a £54,985 refund for our company from HMRC. I'm really grateful to work with them.

Mirela TironFinance Director

Alinea Customs is honoured to be recognized as a 2023 Fall Clutch Global Award winner. This award is a testament to the excellent client work we have delivered this year as recognized through the voice of our customers in their reviews on Clutch. We're proud to be recognized as a customs clearance leader on a global scale. Clutch Global Awards showcases the very best in the B2B services industry worldwide.

Clutch Global Awards showcases

Import Declarations

Import clearance at ports across the UK, and provision of a GVMS reference for hauliers

Export Declarations

Export clearance – provision of an EAD and ESS at ports across the UK, and provision of a GVMS reference for hauliers

Transit (NCTS)

Open and close transit movements at Motis Dover, or any Inland Border Facility.

Understanding UK Customs Regulations for E-Commerce Businesses
Understanding UK Customs Regulations for E-Commerce Businesses

Understanding UK Customs Regulations for E-Commerce Businesses

The United Kingdom has established a comprehensive regulatory framework governing e-commerce businesses engaged in cross-border…
Read More
GB EORI and VAT Registration for foreign companies
Customs Consultancy - Customs consultant in a meeting with a client.
GB EORI and VAT Registration for foreign companies

GB EORI and VAT Registration for foreign companies

In today’s globalised economy, businesses are increasingly seeking opportunities to expand into new markets. The…
Read More
Foundational Training in UK Customs Compliance
Customs education taught by professionals.
Foundational Training in UK Customs Compliance

Foundational Training in UK Customs Compliance

Alinea Customs is pleased to announce the launch of our new CPD certified digital training…
Read More
UK Customs Valuation and Transfer Pricing Guide
A guide to customs valuation and transfer pricing
UK Customs Valuation and Transfer Pricing Guide

UK Customs Valuation and Transfer Pricing Guide

In an increasingly globalised economy, multinational enterprises (MNEs) must navigate complex taxation and customs regulations…
Read More