UK-EU Import Program
Helping UK businesses distribute goods efficiently across Europe.
DirectChannel BV offers a practical solution for UK companies shipping goods to customers in Europe.
This program simplifies the process of importing and distributing goods within the EU.
How the program works
1. Collection in the UK
Goods are collected directly from the customer’s UK location.
2. Customs Clearance in Calais
Shipments are customs cleared in Calais, France.
3. Distribution Across Europe
Goods can either:
• be delivered to EU warehouses
• or distributed directly from Calais across Europe via truck or parcel courier networks.
4. Returns Handling
Customer returns are routed back to our EU warehouse, simplifying reverse logistics.
Why this matters now
Changes to low-value shipment rules (often referred to as de minimis thresholds) mean that more shipments must now be customs cleared and duties handled.
For UK mail-order companies this can increase:
• administration
• customs procedures
• shipping costs
Our program helps manage these challenges and maintain efficient EU distribution.
Our process
Step 1 - Initial Discussion
We start with a discussion about your business, including:
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product types
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country of origin
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target EU markets
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sales channels
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expected shipment volumes
Step 2 - Recommended Approach
Based on your situation we propose a practical route that may include:
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import structure
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VAT handling approach
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customs clearance process
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distribution setup
Step 3 - Implementation
We help coordinate the relevant partners and processes needed to make the system work in practice.
Step 4 - Ongoing support
As your business grows or regulations change, the setup can be adjusted to support continued expansion.