Temporary Admission (TA) Services
Global Customs provides specialist Temporary Admission services for businesses importing goods into the UK for exhibitions, repairs, testing, demonstrations, or professional use.
We manage TA declarations, compliance obligations, and re-export requirements to ensure your goods move smoothly and legally.
What Is Temporary Admission
Temporary Admission is a UK customs procedure that allows non-UK goods to enter the country with full or partial relief from customs duty and import VAT, provided the goods are re-exported within a specified time.
Duty and VAT suspended
Strict re-export conditions
No sale in the UK
Time-limited authorisation
HMRC compliance required
Correct discharge mandatory
Failure to meet Temporary Admission conditions can result in full duty and VAT charges.
Why Temporary Admission Must Be Handled Correctly
Incorrect use of TA can lead to:
We ensure your Temporary Admission is compliant from start to finish.
Our Temporary Admission Services
Complete TA support from entry to re-export:
Temporary Admission Setup
Correct setup of the TA customs procedure for eligible goods.
TA Declaration Filing
Accurate CDS declarations under Temporary Admission.
Duty & VAT Suspension
Ensure duty and VAT are suspended where permitted.
Compliance Monitoring
Track deadlines and ensure re-export conditions are met.
TA Extensions & Amendments
Support with extensions or changes to TA authorisation.
Ongoing TA Advisory Support
Continuous support for repeat temporary imports.
TA Exit & Discharge Support
Correct closure of TA movements to avoid charges.
Who Uses Temporary Admission
Temporary Admission is commonly used by:
If your goods are entering the UK temporarily, TA may be the correct solution.
What We Need to Arrange Temporary Admission
To process Temporary Admission correctly, we typically require:
Purpose of Import
- Clear explanation of why goods are entering the UK temporarily.
Goods Description
- Detailed description including serial numbers where applicable.
Re-export Timeline
- Expected date goods will leave the UK.
Ownership Details
- Confirmation goods will not be sold in the UK.
Transport Information
- Mode of transport and border location.
Supporting Documents
- Contracts, event details, or repair agreements.
We guide you through every requirement to ensure compliance.
How Global Customs Manages Temporary Admission
HMRC TA Expertise
Deep understanding of UK Temporary Admission rules.
End-to-End TA Management
From entry to re-export and discharge.
Strict Compliance Control
We prevent conditions being breached.
Fast Border Processing
Accurate declarations reduce delays.
Clear Commercial Advice
We explain TA obligations in plain language.
Common Temporary Admission Problems We Solve
Missed Re-export Deadlines
We monitor timelines to avoid duty becoming payable.
Incorrect TA Usage
We ensure goods qualify for Temporary Admission.
Invalid Declarations
We correct CDS errors under TA.
Unexpected Duty Bills
We prevent duty and VAT demands.
Lack of Documentation
We ensure HMRC-ready paperwork.
TA Discharge Failures
We correctly close TA movements.
Industries We Support
Temporary Admission is commonly used across:
If your goods are entering the UK temporarily, we ensure TA is handled correctly.
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
FAQs
Common questions about Temporary Admission (TA).
Need help with Temporary Admission?
Contact Global Customs today for compliant Temporary Admission processing and expert support.