Introduction of Safety and Security declarations by HMRC - 31 January 2025
As we enter the new year, we would like to take this opportunity to remind our customers of the introduction of Safety and Security declarations by HMRC on the 31 January 2025.
The key elements are:
· From 31 January 2025, all EU imports into GB will require safety and security declarations.
(This video from HMRC explains the changes taking place: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9tOKlVU4Dxo)
· Hauliers or carriers are legally responsible for submitting safety and security declarations.
· Please speak to your supply chains to check who is responsible and agree how this will be managed.
· The Manifests Group are already submitting S&S declarations with HMRC to enable a smooth transition and we are ready to support our customers or carriers where they require S&S declarations.
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Please see the latest information below from HMRC
Safety and security declarations
Safety and security declarations are being put in place to stop illicit goods such as drugs and weapons entering the UK.
From 31 January 2025, all EU imports into GB will require safety and security declarations.
(You can find a full list of countries this will apply to on GOV.UK.)
HMRC are supporting businesses to get ready, and have published detailed information on GOV.UK
Hauliers or carriers are legally responsible for submitting safety and security declarations. Further information on where liability sits for different transport modes can be found on GOV.UK.
If you’re not ready to start submitting safety and security declarations, please speak to your supply chains to check who is responsible and agree how this will be managed. We are more than happy to guide you through this. Please don't hesitate to reach out to the Manifests Team.
How to Submit Safety and security declarations
If you’re not ready to start submitting safety and security declarations, please speak to your supply chains to check who is responsible and agree how this will be managed.
We are more than happy to guide you through this. Please dont hesitate to reach out to the Manifests Team.
Developing compatible software in-house to connect to S&S GB – see further information on the developer hub: API Documentation – HMRC Developer Hub
Buying compatible software to connect to S&S GB
Employing the services of a Community System Provider or customs agent: Trade and commercial contacts for Community System Providers
If you are submitting safety and security declarations for the first time, you will also need to register and enrol to use the S&S GB service.
Safety and security declarations are a critical part of Border Force’s work to identify high harm goods such as firearms and drugs. Declarations must be submitted accurately and on time.
Border Force have developed tools to monitor compliance and will make you aware of your obligations as the carrier if you are not compliant. If you fail to act to address non-compliance there are consequences, such as a warning letter and civil penalty.
If you would like to discuss any of the information contained in this email please don't hesitate to reach out to us. Our Brokers would be more than happy to help.