EXPORTING TO BELGIUM
Make Each Export Belgium Receives a Success
Exporting to Belgium from the UK is a strategic move for businesses looking to access a fruitful European market. Belgium’s strong economy and excellent transport links make it an ideal destination for UK exports. At Barrington Freight, we specialise in providing reliable and efficient road freight services to meet your exporting needs. Whether you’re interested in sending full loads, groupage or express shipments, our team will ensure that your commercial goods reach their destination smoothly and on time.
- Exports from the UK to Belgium
- Standard Road Freight, Express Service and Next-Day Deliveries for UK Export
- Customs Clearance Support
- Professional Experienced Team
- Business-to-Business Deliveries
- Large & Small Consignments Delivered
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Handling UK Exports to Belgium Professionally
Barrington Freight is an expert at exporting to Belgium from every corner of the mainland UK. We offer fast express and economy groupage and experience understanding the customs requirement changes since the UK left the single market. With decades of experience in Europe, we can make the process easy.
Belgium is a country that is easy to travel to and around with great ferry routes and Eurotunnel connections. No matter your delivery point, we can send pallets, crates, cargo, large boxes, machinery and more. All our exporting services between the UK to Belgium come with experience and expert advice to get your load cleared through customs rapidly and to its destination on time. Road freight to Belgium is a popular mode of transportation for exports from the UK and with our extensive fleet of vans and trucks, we deliver quickly and on time.
To begin your export journey to Belgium, contact us at 01268 525 444 or request an online shipping quote.
Why Exporting to Belgium from UK Towns and Cities Makes Sense
Exporting to Belgium offers distinct advantages for a host of UK businesses:
- Proximity and Accessibility: Belgium’s close geographical location to the UK, which is easily access from ports like Dunkirk or Calais, makes shipping quick and cost-effective.
- Strong Economic Ties: Belgium is a well-established trade partner with the UK, ensuring high demand for British products across various sectors.
- Gateway to Europe: Belgium’s central location in Europe allows for easy access to other EU markets, expanding your business reach across the continent.
Obtain a free online quotation for your company’s next export to Belgium.
Your Options for Expert Export Services to Belgium
To meet the full needs of UK businesses exporting to Belgium today, Barrington Freight provides a variety of road freight services:
- Full-Load Transport: Ideal for shipments of machinery and so on, our full-load service offers dedicated vehicles for direct, secure and efficient transport from the UK to Belgium.
- Groupage Services: For smaller consignments, groupage allows you to share transport costs by sending your goods with others, providing a cost-effective solution.
- Express Delivery: When time is of the essence, our express service in vans ensures your goods reach their destination quickly and reliably.
- Next-Day Delivery: For time-sensitive shipments, our next-day delivery service ensures your goods arrive in Belgium by the following day, providing speed and peace of mind.
How Has Brexit Altered the Exportation Process From the UK to Belgium?
Exporting to Belgium involves additional customs procedures and documentation compared to pre-Brexit days. UK businesses need to navigate customs declarations, ensure proper classification of goods using Harmonised System (HS) codes and manage potential tariffs. Acquiring an Economic Operator Registration and Identification (EORI) number is essential for customs processing. Additionally, VAT on exports to Belgium may require specific documentation to qualify for zero-rating, depending on the customer’s VAT status in Belgium.
Barrington Freight provides expert guidance and support to ensure compliance and streamline the export process. For businesses new to arranging exports to Belgium, we can act as a customs clearance agent and deal with all the paperwork issues on their behalf.
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VAT and Duty When You Export to Belgium, Plus Our Step-By-Step Guide
VAT AND EXPORTS TO BELGIUM
For UK businesses registered for VAT, exporting to Belgium can often be zero-rated if specific conditions are met. In Belgium, VAT is known as “BTW” (Belasting over de Toegevoegde Waarde) in Dutch or “TVA” (Taxe sur la Valeur Ajoutée) in French, with a standard rate of 21%. To qualify for zero-rating exports to Belgium, make sure that your Belgian customer is VAT registered and provides their VAT number.
DUTY AND EXPORTING GOODS FROM THE UK TO BELGIUM
Duty rates vary depending on the type of goods being exported and Belgium’s specific regulations. Correct classification using Harmonised System (HS) codes is crucial for determining applicable duties. Accurate documentation is essential for compliance and our team is available to help with this process.
YOUR STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE TO EXPORTING TO BELGIUM
- Compliance Checks: Ensure your goods meet both UK and Belgian standards, including required certifications.
- EORI Number: This is mandatory for exporting goods from the UK to Belgium today.
- Classify the Shipment: Use the UK government’s Trade Tariff tool to assign the correct commodity coding so goods can pass through the border undelayed.
- Prepare Export Documentation: Gather all necessary documents, such as invoices, packing lists and export licenses.
- Choose a Reliable Partner: With Barrington Freight, you are in safe hands for European exports for freight handling and customs clearances.
- Plan Transportation: Select the best transportation method for your commercial priorities.
The Most Common Cities and Regions in Belgium for British Commerce
British exporters focus on key regions across Belgium that drive the most trade between the two countries:
- Brussels: As the capital, Brussels is a significant commercial centre, offering access to a vast market and robust business infrastructure, making it an essential destination for UK exports.
- Antwerp: Known for its major port, Antwerp is a strategic gateway with numerous wholesalers, ideal for distributing goods across Belgium and the rest of Europe.
- Ghent: With its strong industrial base, Ghent supports efficient export activities from the UK to northern Belgium.
- Liège: Situated near Germany and the Netherlands, Liège provides vital connections for road freight across Western Europe.
- Bruges: Bruges serves as an important hub for logistics, particularly for exports aimed at northern Belgium and beyond.
Why Choose Barrington Freight When Exporting From the UK to Belgium?
Why choose us for your next export to Belgium?
- Extensive Expertise: With deep knowledge of both UK and Belgian export regulations, we ensure smooth and compliant shipments every time.
- Comprehensive Road Freight Solutions: Whether it’s full-load, groupage or express services, our flexible options cater to all business models.
- Reliable Delivery Network: Our well-established driver network in the UK guarantees timely and secure door-to-door deliveries.
- Dedicated Support: Our experienced operations team offers individual business support throughout the entire export process, from documentation to final delivery.
Speak to us today about your needs when exporting to Belgium and find out how much our services can save without compromising on your Belgian customers’ satisfaction.
Contact Us for Affordable Exports from Belgium
Our transport options can accommodate even the most unique requests, whether they be UK and EU pallets and cargo or larger and strangely shaped products. Big or small, light or heavy, Barrington Freight is on hand to cater to all your freight needs at a competitive price.
