International

Webinar – UK to USA Tariffs

Written by on 4 April 2025.

Free Webinar: UK to US Tariffs: What You Need to Know.

Briefing from British Chambers of Commerce

With the recent decision by the Trump Administration to significantly increase tariffs on US imports, businesses across the UK will be affected in different ways.

As the voice of business in Norfolk, we’ve been working closely with the British Chambers of Commerce to ensure your concerns are heard at the highest levels of government as this evolving trade landscape takes shape.

To keep you informed, the British Chambers of Commerce are hosting a free online briefing for Chamber members across the UK. Join us for the latest insights and guidance on what these changes mean for your business.

Event Details

Date – Wednesday 9th April

Time – 1pm – 2pm

Location – Online – Register Here

Agenda

– Welcome

– Latest updates on the impact of US tariffs

– Q&A and group discussion

For nearly 130 years, Norfolk Chambers has been amplifying the voice of Norfolk Businesses when it matters most. Moments like this are exactly why we exist and why membership is so important.

As a Norfolk Chambers member, you’re never facing these challenges alone. We’re here to make sure your concerns are heard at the highest levels and to provide the insight and support you need to adapt, respond, and keep moving forward.

Link to register for the free webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tzNl0TpYQSeOulXwELZaNA

Letters of Credit/Method of Payment

Written by on 6 January 2025.

This course will cover two modules, both Letters of Credit and Methods of Payment, counting two towards the BCC Foundation Award in International Trade.

Over 75% of first presentations to banks are rejected, resulting in cost and time delays for many businesses. This course aims to give business better understanding of getting paid for their goods.

Learners will:

Be able to understand the Letter of Credit procedure, and identify the relevant parties.

Be compliant to the requirements of a Letter of Credit and methods of payments

Be able to identify different Methods of Payment in International Trade.

Identify & understand the necessary process for payment documentation.

Each session will be followed by an assessment.

Book here

For more trade training modules: https://wp-stage.norfolkchambers.co.uk/chamber-events/

In the event you are no longer able to attend this training course, please note you must cancel or request a transfer of your place at least 7 working days before the course. The cancellation must be in writing and sent to export@norfolkchambers.co.uk indicating the name of the course you are cancelling for and delegate(s) details.

Agents and Distributors

Written by on 6 January 2025.

Do you want to drive international growth and boost your sales? Our “Agents and Distributors” course makes it simple. Tailored for sales teams, administrators, and managers, this course provides the essential knowledge you need to expand your business overseas.

Book here

For more trade training modules: https://wp-stage.norfolkchambers.co.uk/chamber-events/

Import Procedures

Written by on 6 January 2025.

This course will cover the documentation and procedures of importing, as well as understanding the benefits of knowing the process. The learner will be able to:

Demonstrate an understanding of import documentation& procedures

Identify customs regimes and import controls

Determine how much VAT & Duty is payable.

Know where to get additional information & assistance

Each session will be followed by an assessment.

Book here

For more trade training modules: https://wp-stage.norfolkchambers.co.uk/chamber-events/

Preference Rules of Origin

Written by on 6 January 2025.

Certain trade agreements allow goods to enter the market with preferential or zero duty, depending on the “origin” of their goods.

For example, if 50% of the good is domestically made, it will have favoured access to S. Korea. As members of the EU, European content counts as domestically sourced, so Brexit will have significant implications.

This course will detail an explanation on current preference and non-preference rules of origin, their implications for traders and guidance on how to establish origin.

The learner will know:

The importance and compliance for origin.

How to establish non preferential rules of origin.

Preferential rule of origin & origin documentation.

Cumulation of Origin.

Supplier Declarations.

This expert led course is part of the accredited BCC Foundation Award in International Trade. Each session will be followed by a short assessment to complete the training module, completing six modules earns the BCC Award in International Trade.

Book here

For more trade training modules: https://wp-stage.norfolkchambers.co.uk/chamber-events/

Customs Procedures and Documentation

Written by on 6 January 2025.

Customs procedures are used to maintain, manage, and regulate the flow of goods across our border. It is the businesses responsibility to ensure documentation is correct, so compliance is vital to ensure you do not incur any additional costs, time delays or penalties.

International business needs to know what HMRC expects from traders, and this course is designed to give an overview of Customs procedures and the requirements needed to satisfy customs.

Learners will:

-Have an understanding of the role of HMRC, Origin and EC trade.

-Have an understanding of Customs Procedures and UK Trade Tariff.

-Understand Universal Customs Code (UCC), duties and taxes applicable.

Book here

For more trade training modules: https://wp-stage.norfolkchambers.co.uk/chamber-events/

If a booking is not cancelled and the delegate does not attend, full event costs will still apply.

Trade Commodity Codes – Customs

Written by on 6 January 2025.

Commodity codes are used worldwide to determine the customs duty and other charges levied on the goods when importing and exporting. They also determine any preferential treatments or restrictions and prohibitions that may apply to the goods and are used for monitoring trade volumes and applying international trade measures.

This virtual half-day course will provide an insight into what commodity codes are and how getting them wrong can have a big impact on your business.

By attending this course we will ensure you:

Are aware of what a commodity code is and what it is used for
Understand the process of how to classify goods
Successfully classify a range of goods
Understand the importance of getting your commodity codes correct.

Book here

For more trade training modules: https://wp-stage.norfolkchambers.co.uk/chamber-events/

If a booking is not cancelled and the delegate does not attend, full event costs will still apply.

Export Documentation

Written by on 6 January 2025.

Export documentation helps businesses move goods more efficiently and can financially benefit both parties in the process. HMRC requires exporters to demonstrate compliance, even if the process is outsourced to agents or forwarders, failing to do so could incur time & financial costs.

This course focuses on what export documents are, what is required, and the benefits of best practices for exporting.

Learners will:

Sources of information on documentary requirements.

The importance of trade deals.

The documentation necessary for international consignments.

The required information to complete a document.

The role of origin and preference documents.

What is proof of export, and what documents to use.

Book here

For more trade training modules: https://wp-stage.norfolkchambers.co.uk/chamber-events/

If a booking is not cancelled and the delegate does not attend, full event costs will still apply.

Inward and Outward Processing Relief

Written by on 6 January 2025.

This British Chambers of Commerce nationally accredited course looks at the advantages of claiming inward and outward processing relief, how commodity codes help, and the documentation required.

Inward and outward processing are methods of claiming relief from customs duties and VAT when importing into the UK, allowing companies to be more competitive by reducing costs.

Who should attend?

This course is suitable for anyone involved in international trade, especially those involved in understanding cost savings, such as:

Finance and Accounts
Freight Forwarders
Procurement
Shipping

The following topics will be covered in this training course:

Understand the advantages of claiming IPR and OPR
Documentation required for IPR and OPR
Commodity and Procedure codes
Know how to work out customs duties

A short assessment will be provided at the end of the course.

Book here

For more trade training modules: https://wp-stage.norfolkchambers.co.uk/chamber-events/

Agents and Distributors

Written by on 6 January 2025.

Book here

For more trade training modules: https://wp-stage.norfolkchambers.co.uk/chamber-events/

Letters of Credit/Method of Payment

Written by on 6 January 2025.

This course will cover two modules, both Letters of Credit and Methods of Payment, counting two towards the BCC Foundation Award in International Trade.

Over 75% of first presentations to banks are rejected, resulting in cost and time delays for many businesses. This course aims to give business better understanding of getting paid for their goods.

Learners will:

Be able to understand the Letter of Credit procedure, and identify the relevant parties.

Be compliant to the requirements of a Letter of Credit and methods of payments

Be able to identify different Methods of Payment in International Trade.

Identify & understand the necessary process for payment documentation.

Each session will be followed by an assessment.

Book here

For more trade training modules: https://wp-stage.norfolkchambers.co.uk/chamber-events/

Import Procedures

Written by on 6 January 2025.

This course will cover the documentation and procedures of importing, as well as understanding the benefits of knowing the process. The learner will be able to:

Demonstrate an understanding of import documentation& procedures

Identify customs regimes and import controls

Determine how much VAT & Duty is payable.

Know where to get additional information & assistance

Each session will be followed by an assessment.

Book here

For more trade training modules: https://wp-stage.norfolkchambers.co.uk/chamber-events/