Following the agreement of the Windsor Framework with Northern Ireland, the UK Internal Market Scheme (UKIMS) is replacing the existing UK Trader Scheme (UKTS). The UKIMS will enable more businesses to benefit from the scheme and ensure that goods moved into Northern Ireland under the scheme are free of customs paperwork, checks and duties from September next year.
HMRC is encouraging traders to begin their UKIMS registration process now. From 30th September 2023, traders authorized under the new scheme will be able to move goods into Northern Ireland under expanded scheme criteria.
If you are currently authorized for UKTS then you may continue to use this scheme for moving goods into Northern Ireland. However, UKTS holders will not be automatically transferred to UKIMS, therefore you should apply sooner rather than later.
If you are not currently authorized for UKTS, then it may well be worth applying for UKIMS, as the previous criteria has changed and more companies will be able to qualify.
UKIMS registered businesses will be able to use the ‘green lane’ into Northern Ireland, which comes into place in October 2024 under the Windsor agreement.
A large number of businesses are expected to be moving over to UKIMS, and HMRC is requesting that you take action before 31st July 2023, which should ensure they have enough time to complete enrolments prior to 30th September 2023.
Businesses can apply using the link below. You do not need to have a physical entity in Northern Ireland to apply for UKIMS. Details about UK businesses not based in Northern Ireland applying for UKIMS can be found in the link.
Apply for authorisation for the UK Internal Market Scheme if you bring goods into Northern Ireland – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Please contact our Customs Team if you require further information, advice or assistance.
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