Online international trade workshop - import procedures - May 2023
This introduction workshop is aimed at those involved in the importing of goods. The workshop will cover import documentation and procedures, commercial considerations, the importance of your purchase order, calculating VAT and duty, the three main import duty drivers and how to reduce import customs clearance delays. Incoterms and their impact on importing will be shown, along with an introduction to duty regimes to help importers.
This online workshop will be delivered by Frances Fawcett of International Trade Matters Ltd.
Frances has worked both within and with large global corporations and small businesses and, frequently, internationally for many years in a wide range of sectors. She is a member of the Institute of Leadership and Management and a Fellow of the Institute of Training and Occupational Learning. Her areas of expertise and interest spill over into her personal life where she is a volunteer scout Leader holding local, district and county roles including that of county leadership and management trainer.
International Trade Matters Ltd offers international trade consultancy and training across sectors, geographies and disciplines. They are the leading independent consultancy for international trade offering expert advice and support to companies engaged, or interested, in overseas connections or business. With a raft of super specialists and trainers covering Somerset and beyond, they offer expert advice and training on new markets, compliance and international marketing strategies and also offer bespoke packages.
This introduction workshop is suitable for administrators, managers, directors, and owners of businesses who need to purchase from overseas. The workshop is valuable for both newcomers wanting an introduction and overview, and experienced staff needing a refresher on current requirements. It will be valuable for companies who are already importing so they can ensure they have the correct processes in place and are meeting their compliance obligations.
Workshop Contents:
• Import documentation and procedures
• The three import duty drivers: valuation, origin and classification
• Calculating VAT and duty
• Incoterms
• Customs regimes and import controls
• Changes coming in 2022
• Sources of help and advice
If you are a non-member and would like to book a place on this event, please contact the events team on events@somerset-chamber.co.uk
Somerset Chamber of Commerce is operating a cancellation policy in line with our terms and conditions which can be found here : https://www.somerset-chamber.co.uk/terms-conditions/
