A CN23 is a document used for customs declaration when you are sending a letter or parcel abroad. It provides details of the package and its contents. It is used for packages that are sent via Royal Mail to other countries. The information on this document help customs when they check all packages since they hold important details about the packages’ contents. The CN23 customs declaration form is used for letters or packages that are classified as something that has commercial value - i.e. valued over £270. These items that have commercial value are subjected to taxes and fees. A letter to someone outside the country would not need a customs declarations form. However, if a gift or package is sent, the form should be used.
What information can be found in a CN23 form?
Any information related to the goods and their nature and including the value of the goods and detailed descriptions. It also has information on the origin country. If there is a tariff number from Customs, it would also be included in the form. The CN23 can be found here. It can also be found in local post offices in the United Kingdom. When the value of the package is more than £270, a CN23 should be used. It should be signed and dated. Customs will use the information on the form to see if the items are restricted or banned. If there is no form or if the form is not accomplished properly, the package can be delayed. In some cases Customs may even seize the goods.
How to fill out customs declaration form
The CN23 form should be completed in full. Whether the sender is a business or an individual - legally, they are responsible for the declaration. A representative of the business should sign the form. It is important for anyone sending a package to make sure that the form is completed and the answers are truthful and accurate. The information asked in the customs declaration form include the following: • Details of the product (It is best to avoid being vague so Customs can understand it better); • The amount of items in the package; • The total weight of the items in the package (This should be disclosed and in kilograms); • The total value of the items in the package; • The country where the package is being sent from; • The signature of the individual who sent the package. Or if it is from a business, the signature of the person authorized by the business to send the package; • The date that the customs declaration form was signed; • The harmonized code. The harmonized code is made up of digits that would tell Customs about the category of the items inside the package. This is used by Customs to properly apply the right charges and fees. It is very important that the right code is used to make the whole process of sending the package go faster.
Properly completing a CN23 is helpful in ensuring that the package is processed properly and is sent and received in a timely manner. It is very important that all the needed information is included and that it is correct and accurate.
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