Import, Export and Customs Services

The North East Chamber is the leading provider of import, export and customs services in the region. Supporting businesses of all sizes. 

Proudly in association with Port of Tyne

What we offer

We are here to guide and provide you with expert advice and support, helping you, your colleagues, and your organisation to grow and trade worldwide.

We know international trade can be complicated, especially when you are time poor. That is why we have launched a brand new series of expert-led courses, covering the real world essentials of import, export, and customs in just 90 minutes. Our 2025 courses are now live. Find out more.

Want to learn more? Get in touch: [email protected] or 0191 312 0060

Export documentation

Documentation is at the heart of international trade, it is essential you have the correct export documentation in place to avoid contractual issues, transport delays or difficulties getting paid. Our team process over 20,000 export documents each year facilitating export from the UK around the world. We can arrange a variety of export documentation including certificates of origin, movement certificates and ATA Carnets.

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CBAM

The Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) is an EU regulation designed to prevent carbon leakage and encourage greener global trade. It places a carbon price on imported goods, ensuring they face similar carbon costs as EU-manufactured products.

Our CBAM consultancy service equips UK exporters with the tools and insights needed to comply with these evolving requirements.

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ChamberCustoms®

All imported and exported goods now require customs clearance. We offer a customs brokerage service under ChamberCustoms®. We have direct links to sea, air and road ports and terminals in the UK. Helping you comply with custom rules to trade easily and effectively overseas.

 

 

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Trade Ready Short Courses

Learn faster, import better, export smarter.

We know international trade can be complicated, especially when you are time poor. That is why we have launched a brand new series of expert-led courses, covering the real world essentials of import, export, and customs in just 90 minutes.

 

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International training & events

Develop your international trade knowledge with our nationally accredited training programme in import and export. Our one day development sessions offer the ideal balance between theory and practice.  We also run a series of international trade events and webinars providing information and support as well as sharing experience from different countries.

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Chamber Foreign Exchange

Provided by Moneycorp, the global foreign exchange and international payment experts, this offers bespoke FX and international payments services to members trade internationally, pay for a service abroad, or receive international funding.

Global members can access a complimentary FX audit, preferential exchange rates, zero international payment fees and range of products helping manage international payment risk.

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International business network

There are currently 70 accredited British Chambers of Commerce and business groups across the Global Business Network that we work with to help you realise your global ambitions. We work with you and our network to provide confidence and clarity in unknown markets.

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Chamber international package

Chamber international is designed to save you time and money, with access to specialist account management, optimum discounts on training and trade facilitation and access to international focused insight and events.

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Customs Compliance Audits

Ensure your business stays ahead of costly mistakes and penalties with a customs compliance audit. These proactive reviews help identify gaps in your import/export processes, verify regulatory adherence, and boost supply chain efficiency.

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Unlock UK–Norway Opportunities at Energetic Futures 2025

We’re excited to be working  in partnership with the Norwegian British Chamber of Commerce to bring you Energetic Futures 2025 on 21-22 October.

This two-day conference is designed for businesses trading internationally, exploring global opportunities, or engaged in the energy transition. This year’s theme spotlights the UK–Norway Green Industrial Partnership, showcasing how our two nations can work together to lead the global energy transition.

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Trade toolkit

No matter where you are in your trade journey, we are here to support you.

This section contains essential knowledge, guidance and information on the fundamental processes of international trade, as well as practical guidance and useful links.

 

 

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Essential knowledge and guidance for trading overseas