Trading with the EU

Confident, Compliant, and in Control

Trading with the EU remains more complex than many UK businesses expected. Customs processes, rules of origin and responsibility for import and export decisions continue to cause uncertainty, delays and unexpected costs.

This live online course is designed to help UK businesses understand how EU trade works in practice and what applies to them, so goods move smoothly, the correct duty is paid, and responsibilities are clear.

Who This Is For

This course is suitable for UK businesses that:

  • Import goods from the EU
  • Export goods to the EU

     

It is particularly relevant for:

  • Import and export teams
  • Operations and logistics managers
  • Anyone involved in EU trade decisions or oversight

No prior specialist knowledge is required, but the course is also valuable for those with experience who want to sense-check their understanding.

What You'll Learn

This practical session focuses on how UK–EU trade works in reality, including:

  • How UK–EU trade operates post-Brexit
  • Customs processes and border formalities for EU trade
  • Where responsibility sits for import and export decisions
  • How VAT applies when trading with the EU, including import VAT
  • The role of Incoterms® and how they affect risk and responsibility
  • How the UK–EU Trade and Cooperation Agreement works in practice
  • Rules of origin and tariff-free trade with the EU
  • What businesses should understand and sense-check, even when using agents or forwarders

The emphasis is on clarity and application, rather than only theory.

How It Works

  • Format: Live, interactive online training via Zoom, with Q&A and practical exercises
  • Duration: Half day
  • Cost: £195 + VAT per delegate. Includes course materials and 30 minutes of free Helpdesk time for follow-up questions after the session. Contact us for group or bespoke training pricing.

Learn from the Experts

Exporter Services has been empowering UK businesses to trade successfully for over 15 years.

  • We have delivered hundreds of export training sessions for SMEs across multiple sectors
  • We are trusted by Chambers of Commerce and leading exporters nationwide
  • Our trainers come with practical, real-world experience in international trade

“The course was delivered excellently and gave me the knowledge to ensure future shipments are correct and financially beneficial.” – Hannah Alexandar, Toyota Motor Europe

Why Book with Us

  • Reduce export compliance risk and avoid shipment delays or costly rework due to documentation errors
  • Manage the entire export process with confidence, from enquiry to proof of export
  • Improve communication with freight forwarders and couriers by understanding their requirements and documentation needs
  • Get support after the session with 30 minutes of free Helpdesk time for any questions that arise after the course

Easy to Book - We Work Around Your Process

Whether your organisation can book instantly or needs to follow a formal approval route, our process is simple and transparent.

Option 1 – Book & Pay Now

  • Secure your place instantly by card payment via our ‘Book Now’ button
  • Receive a confirmation email immediately
  • Shortly before the course, we’ll send your handout and Zoom link

Option 2 – Request an Invoice

  • Request a quote, using the form at the bottom of the page, for the number of delegates attending
  • Once you confirm, we’ll issue an invoice for immediate payment
  • On payment, your place is secured and we’ll send your handout and Zoom link before the session

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Upcoming Dates

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Our bespoke courses are built around your sector, processes, and challenges, and can be delivered online or onsite.

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