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.
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.
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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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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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.
MoreChamber 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.
MoreGlobal 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.
MoreChamber 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.
MoreDepartment 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.
MoreGlobal 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.
MoreResources
A range of advice sheets, how to guides, and useful links to help you trade overseas successfully. Whether you’re new to export or already established, we have the knowledge and expertise to help facilitate your exports from the UK around the world.
Your international trade questions answered
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Trade notices
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Glossary of terms
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UKCA: The new certification to replace CE Marking
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2022 China Business Sentiment
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.
Essential knowledge and guidance for trading overseas
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Exporting country guides
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Incoterms 2020
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EU Export overview
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EU Import overview