Upcoming training & events

Tue 6 Oct 2026

Virtual Learning Half Day Course

This course focuses on the practical aspects of UK Customs procedures. It covers the crucial areas of Customs compliance and provides a comprehensive overview of the Customs Special Procedures that exporters and importers can utilise to save import duties and taxes. In the post-Brexit era, organisations are under increased pressure to demonstrate their understanding of Customs procedures to HMRC, and this course equips you with the knowledge and skills to do just that.

Mon 12 Oct 2026

Virtual Learning Half Day Course

Whether at the start of your learning pathway or as a standalone training session, this course will equip you with the necessary knowledge to understand export licensing controls and how they work. Covering essential elements provides a solid foundation for understanding what goods, technology or software could be controlled and reviewing business-relevant areas in more detail.

Tue 13 Oct 2026

VL Full Day Technical Workshop

Since the UK left the customs union of the EU, there has been an increased need for companies to use transit to move goods into or through the EU Member States. This workshop takes you from a basic review of what transit / NCTS are to the application process to become an authorised consignee/ consignor. It also illustrates how to apply for and use a transit guarantee. With tips on making transit declarations, the role of the Transit Accompanying Document (TAD) and discharging a transit movement.

Wed 14 Oct 2026

Focus On Full Day Course

This course is designed for those handling temporary movements of goods, whether for demonstrations, exhibitions, testing, or repairs. Participants will learn the customs and commercial processes required to manage these movements, ensure compliance, and minimise unnecessary costs. Whether goods are hand-carried or sent as unaccompanied freight, the course covers the necessary export and import declarations to manage temporary shipments and avoid customs delays effectively.

Thu 15 Oct 2026

Focus On Half Day Course

This session covers the export licensing regulations for intangible transmissions of controlled items, including technology, software, and goods. It reviews the types of licences available and their usage and maintains a technology log for audits. Additionally, it addresses the use of technology by employees working overseas.

Mon 19 Oct 2026

VL Full-Day Technical Workshop

This course is a general overview of the information required to complete Customs entries into the UK Customs Declaration Service (CDS). Learners will understand what Data Elements are and how these fields work together to create a Customs declaration. It will illustrate the different entry groupings, the additional codes, where to get further information on them, and the import tax payment options.

Mon 19 Oct 2026

VL Full-Day Technical Workshop

This course provides a comprehensive overview of Inward Processing (IP) and Outward Processing (OP), essential customs procedures that allow businesses to bring goods into the UK for processing, repair, or service without incurring unnecessary duties or VAT, especially when the ownership of goods being returned for repair, service or calibration are not yours. By using these special procedures correctly, businesses can significantly reduce costs and improve efficiency.

20 - 21 Oct 2026

Two Day Technical Workshop

This popular workshop is aimed at anyone involved in international trade and customs compliance within a business. Whether from a management or administrative point of view, this course will illustrate how to promote a strong "compliance culture" throughout an organisation. It assists in understanding international regulations and how to establish performance metrics (KPIs). It covers classification, valuation, origin, duty minimisation schemes, licences, AEO, and audits.

Tue 20 Oct 2026

VL Full-Day Technical Workshop

With the changes brought about by the UK's exit from the EU, more companies are turning to customs warehouses as a crucial tool for maintaining an efficient supply chain. This workshop provides a comprehensive guide to setting up a customs-bonded warehouse facility in the UK. You will learn how to improve cash flow, navigate new customs regimes and trade agreements, and save money using Simplified Procedures, all while ensuring compliance with post-Brexit customs requirements.

Tue 20 Oct 2026

VL Full-Day Technical Workshop

This course provides a comprehensive overview of export control compliance for businesses requiring export licenses. It prepares UK exporters for regular audits by the ECJU, ensuring they can demonstrate compliance with their licenses. The course covers the requirements and considerations for audit preparation and ongoing self-audits.

Thu 29 Oct 2026

Virtual Learning Full Day Course

This interactive workshop clarifies the difference between origin and preferential origin, emphasising their role in trade compliance. Through case studies and exercises, participants will learn about essential documentation, declarations, and compliance verification for preferential rules in trade agreements. With the increase in HMRC audits, this session equips businesses with the skills to confidently manage origin determination and ensure compliance in both import and export activities.

Mon 2 Nov 2026

10:00 AM - 1:00 PM (3 hours)

IPAFFS (Import of Products, Animals, Food and Feed Systems) is a web-based service for applying for Common Health Entry Documents (CHEDs) for imports into the UK. Applicable to live animals, POAO, HRFNAO and composite goods, understanding how to use this system is vital for many business sectors. Join us in reviewing how to access IPAFFS, complete an IPAFFS notification and process the import.

Tue 3 Nov 2026

Focus On Full Day Course

This presentation focusses on what the HMRC Authorised Economic Operator Status accreditation is, but more importantly, examines whether being an AEO will benefit your own organisation or if staying outside the AEO system will have a detrimental effect on your business. AEO status was introduced in the EU in 2008 and is now part of UK legislation and will be linked to the new border management system coming into force the Trusted Trader Scheme.

Tue 3 Nov 2026

Focus On Full Day Course

This session provides essential guidance on managing VAT in international trade. Participants will learn about UK VAT zero-rating for export supplies, required evidence, VAT obligations for receiving supplies, handling import VAT, and postponed VAT accounting (PVA). The course also covers reclaiming import VAT and when a UK business needs VAT registration in foreign markets, including the EU. Gain practical knowledge to ensure compliance and streamline your VAT processes.

Thu 5 Nov 2026

Virtual Learning Full Day Course

This engaging and informative one-day course will introduce you to the world of exporting and importing and focus on the terms and practices used through interactive exercises and activities. This will give you an insight into how goods are bought and sold worldwide.

Mon 9 Nov 2026

Focus On Half Day Course

This newly launched course is designed to meet the rising demand for specialised training in the export processes specific to food and drink products. It offers comprehensive guidance on navigating the complex regulatory landscape, including an in-depth look at the key regulatory bodies involved in the export process, their functions, and the specific requirements they impose on exporters in the food and drink sector.

10 - 11 Nov 2026

2 days, 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM

A two-day Authorised Economic Operator pathway focused on customs compliance, procedures, evidence, and HMRC expectations.

10 - 13 Nov 2026

4 days, 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM

The AEO Practitioner Full Accreditation is a four-day learning pathway designed to give delegates a clear, practical understanding of the full Authorised Economic Operator standard and how it is applied by HMRC within the UK customs environment.

Wed 11 Nov 2026

Virtual Learning Full Day Course

This core S&H training course is an excellent way to learn about importing. It is designed to provide participants with a practical understanding of essential topics, such as Customs procedures and the UK Trade Tariff, as well as implications for choosing the correct shipping term, paying duties and managing the logistics. The aim is to provide participants with the knowledge and skills to streamline import operations and work effectively with internal departments and freight forwarders.

12 - 13 Nov 2026

2 days, 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM

A two-day Authorised Economic Operator pathway focused on supply chain security, risk assessment, countermeasures, and audit readiness.

Thu 12 Nov 2026

Virtual Learning Full Day Course

This interactive training course is designed for companies in the Defence, High Technology, and Military sectors, focusing on navigating the complex US export controls. Participants will learn about the regulations under the EAR and ITAR, addressing compliance requirements for UK exporters. The course covers the necessary internal procedures to follow when exporting US-controlled goods, helping to avoid potential fines, penalties, and the risk of being denied the right to trade with the USA.

17 - 18 Nov 2026

Two Day Technical Workshop

This two-day course is an ideal progression for those who have completed Export Essentials, the Export/Import Practitioner Learning Pathway, or individuals with experience in export operations. It provides a clear, practical, and thorough exploration of the core aspects of export procedures tailored to today’s trade environment.

Tue 17 Nov 2026

Technical Workshop

This advanced workshop will not only teach you how to create an export declaration on the Customs Declaration Service (CDS), but also provide you with the confidence to do so effectively. Each data element group will be thoroughly explained, with illustrative examples provided. Our technical advisors, with their extensive experience in multiple software solutions for CDS entries, will equip you with the practical knowledge to complete Customs export declarations.

Tue 17 Nov 2026

Focus On Half Day Course

Since the UK departed from the EU, there has been a growing need to manage temporary movements of goods. If you're involved in sending or receiving items for purposes such as demonstration, exhibition, testing, or using professional equipment, the Passport for Goods may be worth considering. This half-day session will introduce you to the ATA Carnet Scheme, an international system designed for the temporary movement of goods.

Wed 18 Nov 2026

VL Full-Day Technical Workshop

This practical session provides the necessary information for applying for individual licences and helps you determine when an open licence is suitable for specific movements or transfers of controlled items. The workshop is designed to instruct participants on using the UK export licensing system.

Thu 19 Nov 2026

Focus On Full Day Course

Importing food, drink, plant health products, POAO, and composite goods into the UK requires an awareness of the phytosanitary and pre-registration requirements. This full-day session will focus on what a trader needs to know to bring goods through customs and port health and meet other government department regulations, e.g., DEFRA. It will also demonstrate the pre-notification process on IPAFFS.

Thu 19 Nov 2026

Focus On Half Day Course

This half-day session highlights the importance of understanding embargoes and sanctions, focusing on UK regulations and the growing sanctions on Russia. It reviews current financial sanctions managed by OFSI and the severe consequences of non-compliance, including fines, reputation loss, and criminal charges. The course emphasises the need for exporters to comply with embargoes and sanctions.

Thu 19 Nov 2026

Virtual Learning Full Day Course

This essential training course is designed for all exporters and importers who work with Letters of Credit (LC). Through practical exercises, participants will learn to handle this payment method effectively while reviewing alternative payment terms. The course focuses on managing bank requirements and preparing accurate documentation on time, helping businesses avoid costly delays and errors.

Tue 24 Nov 2026

Virtual Learning Full-Day Course

The course aims to guide you to a higher standard of compliance with import and export legislation. After attending, delegates will leave with greater confidence in updating/reviewing existing procedures, talking to logistics providers, and explaining complicated issues in a simple way to other business areas.

Tue 24 Nov 2026

Focus On Full Day Course

This full-day session focuses on dual-use regulations, a topic relevant to many industry sectors. With licences required for dual-use items moving between the UK and EU, the need to understand this topic has grown significantly. The controls are based on an item’s inherent capability, type of materials, or technical ability, affecting many industry sectors.

Wed 25 Nov 2026

VL Full-Day Technical Workshop

Engaging in global trade can expose companies to increased risks and costs, such as lost goods, unnecessary delays, and disputes. Clearly defining responsibilities within the supply chain can mitigate these issues, which is the purpose of the Incoterms® Rules that have been in place since 1936. However, Incoterms® are often misunderstood and misapplied. Ensure you are utilising them correctly by participating in our full-day interactive course.

Thu 26 Nov 2026

Technical Workshop

This advanced workshop will not only teach you how to create an import declaration on the Customs Declaration Service (CDS), but also provide you with the confidence to do so effectively. Each data element group will be thoroughly explained, with illustrative examples provided. Our technical advisors, with their extensive experience in multiple software solutions for CDS entries, will equip you with the practical knowledge to complete Customs import declarations.

Tue 1 Dec 2026

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM (1 hour 30 minutes)

Stay informed and prepared by attending this Clinic, which will provide valuable insights and practical guidance on successfully navigating the evolving landscape of trading goods between Great Britain and Northern Ireland.

Wed 2 Dec 2026

VL Full-Day Technical Workshop

This workshop is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to complete export Customs entries in the UK. It provides delegates with an understanding of how to build the data entry information, which data elements are essential, and how to declare license information. By the end of the course, you will have the knowledge to complete a basic export Customs entry and the confidence to build on this to submit more complicated entries. This is important whether you are an agent or an exporter.

Fri 4 Dec 2026

VL Full-Day Technical Workshop

This workshop is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills required to complete import Customs entries in the UK. It provides delegates with an understanding of how to build the data entry information, which data elements are essential, and how to declare payment methods. By the end of the session, you will have the knowledge to complete a basic import Customs entry and the confidence to build on this to submit more complicated entries. This is important whether you are an agent or importer.