Brexit preparedness

Commission intensifies “no-deal” customs preparedness outreach to EU businesses

Commission intensifies “no-deal” customs preparedness outreach to EU businesses

In the absence of a Withdrawal Agreement, which would put in place a transition period until the end of 2020 (with the possibility of an extension foreseen in the Withdrawal agreement), the UK will be treated as a non-EU country for customs purposes as of 30 March 2019.

It is now urgent that businesses in the EU start preparing for the UK’s withdrawal, if they have not yet done so.

All businesses concerned have to prepare, make all necessary decisions, and complete all required administrative actions, before 30 March 2019 in order to avoid disruption.

To assist companies in doing to, the European Commission has prepared a dedicated webpage with a list of practical tips and recommendations, a “Brexit Checklist for traders” and a “Brexit Customs guide for businesses”.

• Website “Preparing your business for Brexit”
• Brexit Checklist for traders
• Customs Guide for Businesses