Import, Export and Customs Services

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.

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.

Global 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.

Chamber FX

We’re partnered with 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.

Global 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.

Chamber Global package

Chamber Global 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.

Department for International Trade

The Department for International Trade North East can support your business explore new opportunities in international markets and provide you with the tools to strengthen your business export strategy. Join the thousands of UK businesses that are successfully selling overseas.

Global North East Updates

The North East can rightly pride itself on its export success. Businesses in our region are recognised around the world for their quality, service and innovation. Read the latest Chamber blog posts from our Global North East campaign.