SAD Harmonisation

 

What is it?

SAD Harmonisation is a major step by the EU towards harmonising the rules for completion of the SAD (Single Administrative Document) across all EU member states.

 

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The implementation date for the UK was 1st January 2008, however, a cross-over period began on the 1st October 2007, which meant that your clearing agent was able to submit declarations in the new format.

 

For a more detailed explanation of these changes, visit: www.ukimports.org or email us enquiries@aeo-info.eu

Even if you use a thrid party (e.g. a freight forwarder / Customs agent) for your Customs declarations, as an exporter or importer you are still responsible for the accuracy of information on the declaration.

 

 

At this moment in time neither Customs or any of the port authorities have given any indication of any prices increases.

 

If your clearing agent advises you different, please conatct us.

Why does the UK Have to do this?

 

Regulation (EC) No 2286/2003 dated 18 December 2003 imposes a requirement on all EU Member States to introduce these changes. The Regulation was published in the Official Journal of the European Union - L343.

 

The introduction of the new SAD completion rules is also a necessary precursor to a number of forthcoming EU initiatives such as the Import Control System (ICS) and Export Control System (ECS).