Customs Handling of Import and Export Freight : CHIEF System

CHIEF system

The UK’s Customs Handling of Import and Export Freight (CHIEF) system is currently being retired. It will be fully replaced by the Customs Declaration Service (CDS) by 30 March 2024.  This article predates the closure of the CHIEF system. Please read our guide to the CDS to learn about making UK import declarations.   The following guide to the system […]