When you plan to import a vehicle into the UK, you will need to find a Customs Clearance Agents UK who can handle the arrival of the vehicle and Customs Clearance Procedures on your behalf to ensure a smooth Clearance Process.

Once you have found a reputable Customs Clearance Agents UK they will ask you the nature of your vehicle import. As a US Military member temporarily transferring your residency to the UK on US Government Military Orders, you will need to follow a specific Import Clearance Process, your Customs Clearance Agents UK will guide you through this.

Firstly, your Customs Clearance Agents UK, will need all of the below documentation and information from you in order to process your Import Customs Declaration.

1. A copy of the vehicle title – If the vehicle is on loan, your Customs Clearance Agents UK will advise you they will require a letter of authorization from the bank to advise you have permission to ship the vehicle out of the Country of purchase and that you are making loan repayments for the vehicle you are importing.
2. A copy of your passport – Your Customs Clearance Agents UK will require this to confirm and verify your identity.
3. A copy of the Bill of Sale for the vehicle – Again, if the vehicle is on loan, your Customs Clearance Agents UK will require a copy of the loan letter, including the total loan amount which the vehicle was purchased for.
4. A copy of your 941 – This is a pink customs form which is used by Military Personnel to import a vehicle into the UK without paying Import Taxes and Duties.
5. Your Customs Clearance Agents UK will need a copy of the 941 to be able to input this on the customs entry, they will enter a certain code along with the VIN number on the 941 to show customs your vehicle is exempt from Import Taxes and Duties. You will be able to collect your 941 Form from your Pass and Registrations office on the Military Base where you are stationed.
6. Once your Customs Clearance Agents UK has been provided with all of the required documents and information, they will submit the import customs declaration to HMRC via their software and advise you once they can confirm your vehicle has been cleared and released for collection.

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Trans Global Logistics UK Limited , International Shipping & Logistics Company with 30 years of experience, will be able to offers several services for your Vehicle Transport / Customs Clearance / Import and UK Vehicle Registration to confidently support your shipment in either Import or Export for any type of equipment.

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