Border Control Posts
From the 31st of January 2024 certification has become mandatory when importing medium risk veterinary and phytosanitary products into the United Kingdom (UK). Additionally, from the 30th of April 2024, apart from the certification, the British Government will start with physical inspections of these products in the Border Control Posts (BCPs).
The different procedures for our North Sea routes
Please see the different procedures for the different ports below.
1. Where is the BCP located exactly?
The BCP in Harwich is located on the terminal. The exact address is provided on the governmental website.
2. Which location code can I fill in on my certificates?
For Harwich this is: GBHRW1P
3. What are the operating hours for the BCP in Harwich?
Monday to Thursday: 6:30 to 22:00
Friday: 6:30 to 21:30
Saturday and Sunday: 6:30 to 14:30 (extended opening hours will be adjusted by demand)
4. What will the procedure look like for accompanied shipments in Harwich?
Through IPAFFS there will be a notification to the cargo owner that their unit is selected for inspection.
The cargo owner must inform their driver that the unit must be presented at the BCP facility. The driver can also check GVMS Inspection Lookup Service (ILS) to see if an inspection is required.
In Destin8 the shipment will be put on an inspection hold to ensure the goods will be physically inspected by the BCP before entering the UK. Once the shipment has arrived in the UK, the driver will have to go to the BCP themselves. There will be port operators present to guide the drivers to the BCP.
After inspection, the hold in Destin8 will be removed. If the goods have been customs cleared as well (either via GMR or manual clearance), then the driver may continue their journey to the destination address.
5. What will the procedure look like for unaccompanied shipments in Harwich?
Through IPAFFS there will be a notification to the cargo owner that their unit is selected for inspection.
In Destin8 the shipment will be put on an inspection hold to ensure the goods will be physically inspected by the BCP before entering the UK. Once the shipment has arrived in the UK, the unit will be shunted to the BCP by the terminal operator.
After inspection, the hold in Destin8 will be removed. The unit will be shunted back from the BCP by the terminal operator for collection by the haulier. If the goods have been customs cleared as well (either via GMR or manual clearance), then the unit may be picked up and continue their journey to the destination address.
6. What are the charges for the physical inspections in Harwich?
Based on UK government requirements the ports have constructed the BCP and will operate it. In order to recover the capital expenditure, running costs and maintenance of the BCP, new charges will be introduced.
BCP inspection charges
An overview of the inspection charges from Harwich international port can be found on this page.
For an efficient invoicing process, we advise to set up a direct account with Harwich International Port.
Due to the nature of the additional costs related to the implementation of Border Control Post (BCP) we will review our Brexit Surcharge in the coming period.
Governmental charges
The APHA fees currently applied can be found here: Department for Environment Food & Rural affairs.
The Port Health Authority fees can be found here.
Stena Line is not involved in the governmental charging process.
7. Who can I contact for further information?
- harwichbcp@harwich.co.uk, telephone: +44 7848 445343
- Operations Centre +44 1255 252125.
- Border Force International Trade (queries regarding Customs entries/T1/Carnet etc. ) harwichinternationaltradeteam@homeoffice.gov.uk.
- For your internal leaflet, the main Border Force email and telephone numbers would be useful: borderforceharwich@homeoffice.gov.uk, +44 300 106 5544
Visit the Harwich port site here for other information about the port itself.
1. Where is the BCP located exactly?
The BCP in Immingham is located shortly outside of the terminal. The exact address is provided on the governmental website.
2. Which location code can I fill in on my certificates?
For Immingham this is: GBGSY1
3. What are the operating hours for the BCP in Immingham?
Monday to Friday: 06:00-20:00
Saturday and Sunday: 10:00-18:00
4. What will the procedure look like for accompanied shipments in Immingham?
Through IPAFFS there will be a notification to the cargo owner that their unit is selected for inspection.
Our check-in team will also see a list of units selected for an inspection. Once we have been notified that inspection is required, Stena Line Immingham will send a notification report advising that a unit has been put on hold.
When the haulier reports to the check-in Immingham they will be told that the unit is selected for inspection at the BCP and that they need to deliver the unit to the BCP within 15-20 minutes. In Destin8 the shipment will be put on an inspection hold to ensure the goods will be physically inspected by the BCP before entering the UK.
Once the shipment has arrived in the UK, the unit will need be shunted from the terminal to the BCP by your driver. After inspection, the hold in Destin8 will be removed. If the goods have been customs cleared as well (either via GMR or manual clearance) your driver may continue their journey to the destination address.
If there are any issues with the import declaration, then your driver will be advised to return the trailer to the Stena Line terminal.
It is important that drivers are instructed not to bypass the BCP and to physically attend if called for inspection.
5. What will the procedure look like for unaccompanied shipments in Immingham?
Through IPAFFS there will be a notification to the cargo owner that their unit is selected for inspection.
Our check-in team will also see a list of units selected for an inspection. Once we have been notified that inspection is required, Stena Line Immingham will send a notification report advising that a unit has been put on hold.
When the haulier reports to the check-in Immingham they will be told that the unit is selected for inspection at the BCP and that they need to deliver the unit to the BCP within 15-20 minutes. In Destin8 the shipment will be put on an inspection hold to ensure the goods will be physically inspected by the BCP before entering the UK.
Once the shipment has arrived in the UK, the unit will need be shunted from the terminal to the BCP by your driver. After inspection, the hold in Destin8 will be removed. If the goods have been customs cleared as well (either via GMR or manual clearance) your driver may continue their journey to the destination address.
If there are any issues with the import declaration, then your driver will be advised to return the trailer to the Stena Line terminal.
It is important that drivers are instructed not to bypass the BCP and to physically attend if called for inspection.
6. How much will I be charged for the physical inspections in Immingham?
Based on UK government requirements the ports have constructed the BCP and will operate it. In order to recover the capital expenditure, running costs and maintenance of the BCP, new charges will be introduced.
BCP inspection charges
The inspection charges in Immingham are listed in the BCP Common User Charge 2024.
For the time being, these charges will be billed to Stena Line and we will come back on the charging structure.
Due to the nature of the additional costs related to the implementation of Border Control Post (BCP) we will review our Brexit Surcharge in the coming period.
Governmental charges The APHA fees currently advertised are provided by the Department for Environment Food & Rural affairs.
The Port Health Authority fees can be found here.
Stena Line is otherwise not involved in the charging process.
7. Who can I contact for further information?
- port.health@nelincs.gov.uk
- +441472 326299 – Monday to Friday 08:30 to 12:00 then 13:00 to 16:00
- North East Lincolnshire Council website
Visit the Immingham port site here for other information about the port itself.
1. Where is the BCP located exactly?
The BCP in Killingholme is located on the terminal. The exact address is provided on the governmental website.
2. Which location code can I fill in on my certificates?
For Killingholme this is: GBKIL05
3. What are the operating hours for the BCP in Killingholme?
Port Health: 06:00 to 21:00 every day
APHA: 06:00 to 24:00 every day
4. What will the procedure look like for accompanied shipments in Killingholme?
Through IPAFFS there will be a notification to the cargo owner that their unit is selected for inspection.
The cargo owner must inform their driver that the unit must be presented at the BCP facility. The driver can also check GVMS Inspection Lookup Service (ILS) to see if an inspection is required.
In Destin8 the shipment will be put on an inspection hold to ensure the goods will be physically inspected by the BCP before entering the UK. Once the shipment has arrived in the UK, the driver will have to go to the BCP themselves. There will be port operators present to guide the drivers to the BCP.
After inspection, the hold in Destin8 will be removed. If the goods have been customs cleared as well (either via GMR or manual clearance), then the driver may continue their journey to the destination address.
5. What will the procedure look like for unaccompanied shipments in Killingholme?
Through IPAFFS there will be a notification to the cargo owner that their unit is selected for inspection.
In Destin8 the shipment will be put on an inspection hold to ensure the goods will be physically inspected by the BCP before entering the UK. Once the shipment has arrived in the UK, the unit will be shunted to the BCP by the terminal operator.
After inspection, the hold in Destin8 will be removed. The unit will be shunted back from the BCP by the terminal operator for collection by the haulier. If the goods have been customs cleared as well (either via GMR or manual clearance), then the unit may be picked up and continue their journey to the destination address.
6. How much will I be charged for the physical inspections in Killingholme?
Based on UK government requirements the ports have constructed the BCP and will operate it. In order to recover the capital expenditure, running costs and maintenance of the BCP, new charges will be introduced.
BCP inspection charges
Below are the listed charges for the units called for inspection to the BCP.
Invoices will be billed directly to you by Killingholme Port.
Due to the nature of the additional costs related to the implementation of Border Control Post (BCP) we will review our Brexit Surcharge in the coming period.
Governmental charges The APHA fees currently advertised are provided by the Department for Environment Food & Rural affairs.
The Port Health Authority fees can be found here.
Stena Line is not involved in the charging process.
7. Who can I contact for further information?
- ports.contactusbcp.kgh@cldn.com
- +441469 540381
- admin@hullandgoolepha.gov.uk
Visit the Killingholme port site here for other information about the port itself.
FAQ
(553KB)General information on the BCPs and the changes on the 30th of April can be found in our FAQ.