Customs Clearance London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Fast • Compliant • 24/7 Air Cargo Support for Heathrow Airport
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the UK’s busiest international gateway, handling millions of tonnes of air cargo every year. With such high traffic, even small customs issues can lead to long delays, storage charges, and missed delivery deadlines.
We provide rapid, accurate, and fully managed customs clearance for all shipments passing through Heathrow — ensuring your goods move without disruption.
Why Choose Us for Heathrow Customs Clearance?
Rapid Release of Air Cargo
We process declarations quickly to minimise dwell times, avoid airline storage fees, and prevent clearance delays.
Full Import & Export Expertise
Whether moving general cargo, high-value goods, perishables, pharmaceuticals, AOG parts, or consolidated shipments — we clear it fast and correctly.
Heathrow‑Experienced Customs Specialists
Daily operations at LHR mean we understand the airport’s unique processes, handlers, and airline procedures.
True 24/7 Support
Air freight doesn’t sleep — neither do we. We cover urgent arrivals, night operations, and weekend/holiday shipments.
Accurate, HMRC‑Compliant Declarations
Our experts eliminate classification errors, valuation mistakes, and documentation issues.
Import & Export Customs Clearance at LHR
Import Clearance (Air Freight)
- • Air import declarations (CDS)
- • Duty & VAT calculations
- • Specialized handling for high‑value and restricted goods
- • Handling of certificates, licences, and compliance documentation
- • Real‑time updates from arrival to release
Export Clearance (Air Freight)
- • Export declarations
- • ATA Carnet handling
- • Ensuring goods are cleared before airline deadlines
- • Digital paperwork to prevent delays
AOG / Time‑Critical Shipments
Aircraft‑on‑Ground (AOG) cargo requires immediate action to avoid operational disruption. We provide: priority handling, instant declarations for rapid release, 24/7 communication, and direct coordination with handling agents.
Transit, T1 & ETSF Services
T1 Transit Documents
We create and manage T1 documents for goods moving under transit to other airports, warehouses, or border points.
ETSF Support
If your cargo is held at an External Temporary Storage Facility (ETSF), we work directly with warehouse operators to release it smoothly.
Specialist Services for Heathrow Cargo
Pharmaceutical & Cold‑Chain Cargo
Temperature‑sensitive shipments cleared urgently to protect integrity.
E‑Commerce & Consolidated Shipments
Speed‑focused processes for parcels, fulfilment centres, and consolidators.
Automotive & Aerospace Parts
Expert HS‑code classification and rapid release for just‑in‑time supply chains.
High‑Value Goods
Secure handling, full documentation checks, and compliant clearance.
What You Can Expect From Us
Speed
Bespoke processes designed specifically around Heathrow air cargo environment.
Accuracy
Every declaration is submitted correctly — first time.
Transparency
Clear pricing, upfront communication, and no hidden charges.
Reliability
A dedicated team available whenever your cargo lands, day or night.
Don’t take our word for it. See what our clients say.
At Global Customs Clearance Ltd our focus is to provide the best Customs duty clearance service in the business whilst completing all assignments with the highest level of quality.
Read More"Always a pleasure to work with the team at GCC. Quick, easy and reliable servie. "
Jason Parker
"Nothing is ever too much trouble for James and the team, they always so helpful. We can rely on them 100%, so quick and efficient! Great team, great service."
Erin Loughlin
"Having used many agents in the past, I cannot stress how much these guys went above and beyond to ensure that the process was as smooth and simple as possible."
Nick Bond
"Great people and a cost effective service provided. GCC are now my "go-to" for anything Customs related."
Kevin Gerbson
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to Clear Your Heathrow Cargo Without Delay?
Contact us today to discuss your specific needs and discover how we can ensure your shipments clear customs at Heathrow quickly, accurately, and without hassle.