Administrative Services

We aim to provide all our clients with the best possible customer service. Unsure of the best method of transit? Seek us, our advice is free.

 

• Import / Export Customs Clearance. All parcels being shipped from the UK to destinations outside of the European Union and all imports from non EU countries are subject to Customs Clearance. This also applies to overseas territories linked to EU Member states (e.g. Channel Islands, Canary Islands, Falkland Islands etc.) Compfix International can provide clearance services at all major Airports and Sea ports.

• Customs duty / VAT. Customs duty may be calculated firstly by adding the value of the goods in GBP to the total shipping costs (including packaging, insurance etc). HMRC assigns a percentage of duty to all items imported with established commodity codes. (Ask us for details) and duty applicable to your consignment. Ask us to estimate all the total value of your goods and shipping costs. VAT is calculated by totalling the goods value, shipping costs and customs duty and then multiplying the total by the current UK VAT rate of 20%.

• Packing advice – All parcels must either be boxed or wrapped appropriately (jiffy bags should be acceptable for smaller consignments) and the delivery address clearly and legibly attached to each package. We can only accept items that are suitably packed. Your consignment should be cushioned if necessary and protected with outer packaging.
If the item is packaged inadequately they may refused collection and if the contents are not protected, any claim could be invalidated in the unlikely event of damage occurring in transit.

• Invoices for foreign consignments – All Exports to non EU countries will require an invoice detailing the contents and value of your consignment, complete with at least five additional copies to be handed to the driver upon collection. Ask for details.

• Bills of Lading – Required for all sea freight items, this document entitles a named party to receive the goods at the destination port. Once the vessel has left the port, we prepare any Bills of Lading and send a copy to the customer to forward on to the receiver. Please note that for any non-commercial sea freight, a copy of the recipient’s passport will be required before the vessel departs.

• Restricted / Prohibited items via courier – Live Animals / Animal skins / Fur / Ivory Products / Hazardous Materials / Dangerous Goods / Fireworks / Flammable Liquids / Adhesive / Paints / Imitation Weapons / Firearms / Knives / Swords / Any Flora including but not limited to Plants and Seeds / Currency / Payment Cards / Negotiable Items / Pornography / Pressurised Containers including Aerosols, Fire Extinguishers etc / White Goods including but not limited to Refrigerators, Freezers, Ovens / Any non flat-packed furniture / Batteries or any items containing Batteries / Pasports / Birth Certificates / Toner or Ink Cartridges for Printers, Photocopiers etc / Any Goods deemed to have inherent vice, or by the use of which may cause harm to any persons, merchandise or equipment / Any Goods whereby transit is deemed illegal in the country of origin, carriage or destination, may incur excise duty, or require special treatment, precautions or permits / Any Goods moving under ATA Carnet (including temporary imports and exports), FCR (Forwarder’s Certificate of Receipt), and CAD (Cash Against Document).

 

Sea Freight

A major part of our core business, we ship thousands of tonnes annually through our network of overseas agents. Use our experience to ensure a safe and cost-effective transit.
As a major part of our core business, we ship tonnes annually through our network of overseas agents. We use our experience to ensure a safe and cost-effective transit.

 We offer a comprehensive sea freight service. Full Container Loads and part loads of Container to almost anywhere in the world. Handling thousands of tonnes of sea freight annually, we have built strong relationships with agents in many other countries who will facilitate a cost-effective, expeditious and safe transit of your cargo.

As sea freight rates vary dramatically depending on destination, time of year and load capacity, it is not possible for us to give real-time costs estimates on the website, however you may fill in our online form we will get back to you with a quote as soon as possible.

If you are not sure what is possible and what isn’t, we can help. Our dedicated team will assist with planning, give transit times and suggest the most suitable and economical method to use whilst keeping you informed every step of the way

Air Freight

The fastest and most secure method to transport your cargo. We facilitate clearance at all major airports and regularly send to hundreds of destinations worldwide.

For smaller consignments feel free to take advantage of our global courier service. Due to the large quantity of parcels we send, we are able to provide our clients with the exact same product for up to 70% less than a standard commercial tariff without tying the customer in to any monthly contracts.

We only use the carriers we know we can trust and will provide all the documentation and tracking details on your behalf. We also deliver regularly to over 200 countries worldwide and are able to offer cut-price imports into the UK from over 100 international destinations. Simply fill in a few details on our delivery enquiry form and we’ll get straight back to you with a free quote.

Take advantage of our outstanding courier rates.

 Road Services

Our comprehensive UK and European road haulage service has access to hundreds of vehicles and daily departures to most major hubs. We deal with anything from a single piece to full trailer loads.

 Vehicle Shipping

We regularly ship all types of vehicle, from motorcycles to JCBs. We can facilitate with either roll-on, roll-off or container shipping. Please ask for more details.

Moving and Personal Effects
If you’re moving somewhere and need someone to turn to for advice, we can help you. We have assisted many individuals with importing and exporting their goods over the years and understand the complexities involved. We’ll guide you through step by step and arrange all the customs documentation on your behalf, giving you a personalised and efficient service.

Personalised Services
Shipment of a little item out of the ordinary or  hazardous cargo can be daunting but we are happy to help. Shipments which are oversize / weight, time sensitive, hazardous or require extra paperwork i.e. Letters of Credit, Certificates of Origin etc can be intimidating and we therefore encourage you to use our expertise and avoid the pitfalls. Our experienced staff is able to offer an in-depth assessment of all your supply chain requirements and find the solution which suits you best. We maintain an enviable customer retention rate simply by taking the time to understand your needs. Allow us to manage your cargo every step of the way, from the planning stages right through to delivery. We usually advise and offer extra insurance cover for added peace of mind.

Warehousing

From time-to-time customers require temporary storage facilities. We have excellent terms in place with warehousing and storage providers and can assist with your needs. Please ask for more details Customer Services

We aim to provide all our clients with the best possible customer service. Unsure of the best method of transit? Our advice is for free.