CONTROL POINTS GUIDANCE
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Control Points (CP) are inland inspection facilities where SPS checks of plants and plant products can take place, which operate under customs supervision. CPs have the same function as a Border Control Post (BCP), providing the first line of control in maintaining UK biosecurity. CPs are designated by Competent Authorities -- any local or national government department or agency that oversees the legislative and legal requirements to ensure they are fulfilled. This is the responsibility of Defra and APHA.
Border Control Posts (BCPs) for EU goods are purpose-built facilities to enable effective plant health (and other SPS) checks to be performed by specially trained inspectors, helping to maintain UK biosecurity. They will facilitate the efficient and timely flow of SPS goods across the border and service most of GB’s SPS check requirements.
A CP needs to provide the same biosecurity safeguards as a BCP and enable movements away from the border under customs control. Consequently, they must be customs authorised as a temporary storage facility and meet the same minimum requirements as a BCP in terms of facilities and resource to facilitate inspections.
Prospective applicants are advised to familiarise themselves with the process and conditions for customs authorisation.
This document covers the requirements a facility must meet to be designated as a CP. It includes key information on facilities, application and designation process, as well as other useful information.
Minimum requirements
There are certain minimum requirements in place that must be met for a premise to be designated as a CP. These requirements are more stringent than for a Place of Destination (PoD), which are a temporary arrangement whilst permanent infrastructure (BCPs) are put in place. Because CPs perform the same function as a BCP, enabling checks before goods enter into free circulation, they must be customs authorised as a temporary storage facility and comply with the conditions for this type of customs authorisation. Consignments that are transported to a CP must enter via a port with a BCP designated to handle plants.
CPs must ensure Plant Health and Seed Inspectors (PHSI) can perform the necessary official controls in a safe and bio-secure manner and that the goods remain under customs supervision until plant health checks have been completed.
To be designated as a CP, the facility must meet the same minimum requirements as a BCP. These minimum requirements include:
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a sufficient number of suitably qualified staff to oversee operations
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premises and facilities appropriate to the nature of volume of consignments
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equipment to enable the performance of checks, including access to WIFI and import IT systems.
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arrangements in place to prevent risks of cross contamination and compliance with biosecurity standards
There is not a set number or definition for each requirement, it is based on what is reasonable and required for each site depending on import volumes and commodity types. For example, “sufficient number of staff” will not have a number limit, the definition is based on what is necessary to meet operational and inspection requirements.
The requirements ensure that facilities are appropriate for the volume of goods handled so that biosecurity is maintained during storage and inspection, including provision of areas where goods can be detained where there is a suspicion or confirmation of its non-compliance with GB import requirements, such as the presence of a quarantine pest/disease.
The full requirements are set out in Article 64(3) of Regulation (EU) 2017/625 on official controls (OCR) legislation.
Please view our BCP page for more information.
To ensure appropriate biosecurity standards are met, CPs must also provide for:
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area for unloading with appropriate cover
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inspection rooms/areas
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storage rooms/areas
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washing facilities e.g. toilets/sinks
These requirements are set out in Commission Implementing Regulation (EU)2019/1014.
For more information, please visit gov.uk.
Also, please visit the BCP page on the Plant Health Portal for further information.
CP Case Study: JZ Flowers
What does becoming a CP look like in practice? JZ flowers, a GB based trader within the horticultural sector, reflect on their experience of the CP designation process.
We made the decision to become designated as a CP for several reasons. We wanted to have more control over our checks, and a lot of the Rest of World products we import need to come via an inspection point, therefore we didn’t want products waiting at ports. The process of becoming designated as a CP was simple and straightforward. There were a lot of steps to follow and keep track of, alongside many spinning wheels in the background, but the local plant health team were responsive and offered support when required.
Altogether, it took us around six months to become designated. The requirements set by the plant health team were high, but this was understandable, and we were able to easily adapt our current facilities to comply with these. For example, we already had a temperature-controlled site, decent pest control in place, and an enclosed building. However, we did need to get secure storage containers and ensure compliance by having access-controlled areas and fully marked ways of entry/exit. This was probably the most strenuous part of the process, only because of the back and forth on the building plans as these needed to clearly highlight what the building needed to look like, but the team were helpful with providing the feedback needed to get this right. Adapting our facilities from a customs authorisation point of view was a fairly quick process.
It was helpful that there was overlap between both customs and plant health requirements, where implementing one action would complement the other. For example, adding fencing was a requirement from a plant health perspective due to the need for a more contained area, but this was a bonus for customs as it provided more security. There was effective communication with each government department involved. The local border force team were great and on site within days of receiving notification. We were assigned a local plant health representative who was quick when filling out forms. Overall, becoming designated as a CP was an efficient process. Everything was aligned and there were no conflicting procedures.
Since becoming a CP, we have expedited our supply chain and we have direct contact with the local inspection team, so they know what is coming up. We now have a slicker, quicker inspection process and more control over this.
Who carries out the controls at CPs?
Plant health controls will be carried out by the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) in England and Wales.
Scottish Government’s Science and Advice for Scottish Agriculture (SASA) will undertake controls in Scotland.
The Forestry Commission (FC) is responsible for controls of wood, wood products and isolated bark in England. The devolved administrations in Wales and Scotland request FC support when designating CPs for wood, wood products and isolated bark.
Who can become a CP?
The movement of goods from the border to a CP will operate under customs supervision, CPs must therefore be approved by Customs for this purpose. Site operators need to follow the process and conditions for customs authorisation as a temporary storage facility which specifies the conditions that must be met.
Any business can apply to become a CP, but there are eligibility criteria which must be met. CPs must meet the same minimum requirements as BCPs to ensure that they afford the same biosecurity safeguards and enable effective Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) checks to be performed.
It is also necessary that there is sufficient service demand at a prospective CP to make them operationally viable. This will be assessed based on factors including the likely number of checks which are to be performed at the prospective facility and of which commodities. It is not possible to set precise thresholds given the range of different factors which will be taken into consideration.
Operators are also required to provide information about their site, such as plans for the layout of the facilities with flow lines detailing the movement of people and goods. Operating procedures will also need to be documented and supplied by the applicant.
It is expected that the applicant demonstrates that they have robust quality processes in place to manage the inspection process effectively. A third-party accredited quality management system that is relevant to the applicant’s business activities will fulfil this requirement. The type of system is not prescribed but examples include ISO standards and industry or trade association specific schemes.
If the site meets all the minimum requirements, a site audit will be conducted by the Competent Authority to confirm this so the Appropriate Authority can officially designate the site as a CP. The Appropriate Authority is Defra in England, the Scottish Government in Scotland, and the Welsh Government in Wales.
What material can be inspected at a CP?
Plants or plant products, including high-priority plants and products may be inspected at CPs which are designated for these commodities.
Are there limits to the volumes a CP can handle?
In the OCR legislation, there is no limit to the maximum volumes a CP can handle. However, CPs must have the appropriate facilities to manage the volumes of goods they are forecasting.
Will CP operators be responsible for the same fees as BCPs? For example, stevedore and handling fees.
The operating costs of BCPs are borne by the operators of those facilities and recovered through commercial fees for their use and provision. Defra play no role in setting those fees.
Likewise, there will be costs associated with the operation of CPs, and indeed investment to achieve designation. These costs are also borne by the operators of those facilities.
Can a CP operate seasonally?
Yes, and this is considered in the designation process.
How do CPs differ from BCPs and PoDs?
BCPs:
To qualify as either a CP or BCP, a facility must meet the minimum requirements for a BCP under the Official Controls Regulation (OCR). The main difference between CPs and BCPs are their locations. CPs are often located away from the border and goods are moved to them from the original point of entry (PoE) under customs supervision.
BCPs have the resources, facilities and specialist staff to ensure reliable SPS checks can be performed efficiently and ensure the timely flow of goods through the facility.
BCPs have long-since been used to manage import inspections of goods from non-EU countries and are an essential component of the UK’s biosecurity regime.
For more information on BCPs, please visit gov.uk.
PoDs:
PoDs were only designed as a temporary arrangement until BCPs were put in place to manage EU imports. Consequently, they are not customs approved; do not need to meet the same standards as BCPs and there is no requirement for them to handle a minimum number of consignments (which we convert to checks) as there is for Control Points.
The minimum requirements to qualify as a CP are more extensive than for the PoD scheme. A CP needs to provide the same biosecurity safeguards as a BCP.
Does the facility have to be fenced or just demarcated from the rest of the premises?
The Control Point facility must comply with a range of conditions including signage and security as part of the Temporary Storage customs authorisation. The conditions are outlined in Apply to operate a temporary storage facility Temporary Storage area(s) must be marked internally and externally so your goods can be easily identified and located. All other goods arriving, leaving or being stored at the facility which are not subject to Temporary Storage controls should also be easily identified. You will have to adapt your site so it complies with the conditions.
Are there enough inspectors to carry out physical checks at CPs?
GB plant health services have significantly increased the number of plant health inspection staff to service the demand for import checks in England and Wales of EU plants and plant products. Inspector levels are being monitored to ensure these meet demand and deliver checks in line with set Service Level Agreements (SLA) and ensure minimal trade disruption.
Who can I call to check when the PHSI is likely to arrive at my CP?
When submitting your pre-notification(s), your application status will indicate whether your consignment has been selected for physical inspection. If your goods are selected for inspection, they should be moved to the inspection area within the CP.
Please ensure the inspection details you supply in your pre-notification are accurate, so that delivery teams can manage checks efficiently.
If you have any questions regarding the import of your goods:
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For plants and products inspected by APHA, please call the dedicated imports helpdesk at 0300 100 0313 (available between 07.00 until 23.59), or you can email the PHSI Importers helpdesk mailbox: phsi-importers@apha.gov.uk
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For wood, wood products and isolated bark inspected by the Forestry Commission, please call the Cross Border Plant Health Service on 0300 067 5155, or alternatively email: plant.health@forestrycommission.gov.uk
Do my goods have to stay in the lorry at a CP until they have been physically inspected?
No, you may unload your plant consignment from the lorry at the CP and store it in a safe and bio-secure manner in a pre-designated and approved location. These requirements are in place to minimise the potential risk of pest escape and transfer.
At a CP can a consignment (for example a lorry load of plants on pallets) be unloaded from a lorry and watered if necessary?
It is fine to water plants to keep them healthy and prevent damage, provided the below points regarding the consignments are fulfilled:
The operator should make sure that during transport to, and storage at the CP, the consignment is not tampered with or subject to any alteration or change of packaging and closed and sealed properly to reduce the risk of pest infestation and contamination.
When stock is held in isolation at a CP, does it need to be isolated from other imported consignments?
Yes, you must keep consignments separate to reduce the risk of cross-contamination, such as a quarantine pest spreading to other material. The provision of secure areas for storage of detained goods is a requirement for CP site designation.
What biosecurity measures will CP operators be responsible for?
Designated plant specific CP facilities must provide temperature-controlled zones, dedicated inspection and bio-secure detention areas and cleaning protocols to avoid the spread of harmful pests and diseases.
Each facility needs to be outfitted with quality sealed floors, bio-secure seals, and drainage systems that allow inspectors to wash down handling points and stations. If any bio-security concerns are detected on the consignment, PHSIs will immediately isolate a sample and request that the consignment is quarantined until it can be destroyed.
CPs will also need to be managed under the “separate, isolate, contain, clean” framework. This procedure means that consignments are inspected separately; infected goods are quickly isolated; pests and diseases are contained to prevent spreading; and there are extensive cleaning procedures in place. This framework prevents cross-contamination and ensures the safety of each consignment.
If consignments are flagged for inspection, does a member of staff have to wait with the goods before the inspector arrives?
A member of staff does not need to wait with the consignment before the inspector arrives. However, a staff member must be available when the inspector arrives to facilitate inspection and to accompany the inspector to the inspection point.
The composition of the consignment must be maintained until an inspector contacts you and confirms whether the whole consignment needs to be made available for inspection, or if they only need access to certain parts of the consignment.
In circumstances where an inspector is not available, we may ask for the consignment(s) to be held securely overnight for inspection the next day.
Can businesses work on the plants while waiting for inspectors such as labelling?
The composition of the consignment on arrival must be maintained until the plant health inspection has been completed. Goods can only be unpacked under the supervision of the inspector. You can move the consignment to the inspection area if requested to do so by the inspector.
Can other businesses use my CP?
If your business obtains CP status and another business requests to have goods delivered to your CP for inspection, it is at your business’s discretion to grant approval to anyone wishing to use your facility. Defra will not be involved in this process, including overseeing contracts -- it is a commercial arrangement. Businesses must first consider and ensure their CP is able to cope with the additional volume if they authorise the use of their facilities to other businesses.
Defra has a legal obligation to list all designated CPs online. The lists are published on gov.uk.
Who is responsible for the consignment at CPs and what are the disposal mechanisms if it fails checks?
Where cases of non-compliance are found, it is the responsibility of the person in control/custody of the consignment to organise disposal or re-export of the goods. APHA and other Competent Authorities will advise you on how to make your consignment compliant or specify the method and date of disposal. Consignments may need to be disposed of by specific means, such as deep burial or incineration, to mitigate any potential threat to GB biosecurity.
The CP will be responsible for organising and paying for the disposal. The CP must provide evidence to the Competent Authority that the disposal has taken place. It is a requirement of CP designation that procedures for organising the correct disposal are in place.
How do I apply to become a CP?
CP operators must complete a designation Expression of Interest (EOI) sharing their intent to become an operator, details of their facilities and the quantities of the commodities they wish to bring through a CP. CP operators can apply for multiple commodity types including plants, plant products and high risk food and feed of non-animal origin (HRFNAO).
Applications for CPs handling plant and plant products:
Email the below address to obtain the documents at DEFRA-OCR@defra.gov.uk for England and Wales. For Scotland, email: BCPScotland@gov.scot
What level of activity is needed to be considered for CP designation?
The first step in the designation process is the submission of an EOI. At this point you will be asked to provide information about the anticipated volume of imports at your site. Based on this the expected inspection level will be assessed and considered along with all the other requirements. You will be informed if your application can progress after this initial assessment.
What is the CP designation process for plant and plant products?
- Submit an EOI application to Defra for CPs in England and Wales or to Scottish Government for CPs in Scotland
- Application is considered by Defra/Scottish Government and Competent Authorities
- If application is accepted, the Competent Authority allocates an inspector to provide advice and support with the application
- Operator submits building plans and supporting documents to the Competent Authority who, in conjunction with Defra, assesses plans for compliance with minimum requirements
- Competent Authorities will inform the operator of a favourable assessment so any necessary construction can start
- Competent Authorities arrange and conduct site visits throughout build to verify compliance
- Competent Authorities provide Appropriate Authority with evidence of compliance after a final site visit and recommends CP designation or, where compliance hasn’t been demonstrated, outlines remedial actions
- Where compliance has been demonstrated, the Appropriate Authority reviews evidence and designates the control point
- The Appropriate Authority will notify operator that the CP has formally been designated for the requested commodities
- Defra lists control point on gov.uk and updates the relevant IT systems
My EOI was accepted, does that mean I’m guaranteed to be designated a CP?
Compliance can’t be confirmed until the final site visit has been conducted, so having an EOI accepted or plans favourably assessed does not guarantee designation.
Am I able to appeal my decision if my application has been rejected or if I’ve had an unsuccessful audit?
There isn’t an appeals process if an application is rejected, however Defra will advise why it was rejected and an operator can resubmit a revised application form if they wish to do so. This will restart the designation process and the new application will be considered by the Appropriate and Competent Authorities.
If the final audit indicates that the facility is not compliant with legal requirements, the Appropriate Authority will not be able to designate the CP. In these cases, the Competent and Appropriate Authorities will advise what remedial work is required in order to make the facility compliant with legislation. Operators are responsible for meeting the costs of any remedial work. A new audit to assess compliance will be conducted following the completion of remedial work.
How long does it take to get designated?
Defra coordinates directly with HMRC, Border Force and other relevant agencies in order to assess applications. The application review depends on several factors and the total time for designations varies depending on the nature of the application.
Operators also need to allow for time to adapt their facilities to meet the CP infrastructure requirements such as inspection and chilled storage areas.
Is there a deadline to apply?
Defra will be accepting applications on a rolling basis.
Is there a charge to obtain control point status?
There is no charge for control point designation.
How can I maintain my control point status?
Once you have been approved to operate as a CP in order to maintain your status you must adhere to the requirements.
The Competent Authority will withdraw or suspend the CP designation when:
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the CP no longer complies with the minimum requirements
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its activities pose a risk to public, animal and plant health
Yearly CP audits are conducted to confirm compliance. Where APHA detect non-compliances, audits will be conducted more frequently.
You may also be subject to Border Force audits to confirm compliance to customs conditions.
What happens if my business no longer meets the requirements?
If your CP does not meet the full requirements after an audit is complete, you will be issued a warning by the Competent Authority. Once a warning has been issued, you must then fulfil the requirements that were identified in the audit within the documented timescale. If a second audit reveals that the facility still does not meet the requirements, the CP designation will be withdrawn.
For further details, please contact: BCP.Enquires@apha.gov.uk for Wales and England. For Scotland, email: BCPScotland@gov.scot
How do you move your imported goods from the border to the facility under Customs?
Goods travel from the border to the facility under the Common Transit Procedure. To be able to move your imported plants and plant products from the border to the Control Point (CP), you will be required to be an Authorised Consignee (the importer) with aTemporary Storage Facility(ACTS) or External Temporary Storage (ETSF) Facility for custom purposes.
Goods moving under the common transit procedure must be accompanied by a Transit Accompanying Document (TAD) for presentation at the CP. The TAD will be raised on departurein the exporting country and will arrive with the goods at the CP.
What do I need to do to be able to move my goods under the Common Transit Procedure to my Control Point?
To receive goods direct to your Control Point under the Common Transit Procedure, there are a number of additional actions you need to complete. You will need to:
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Get an EORI.
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Apply to become an authorised consignee.
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Get access to use NCTS online or with software.
A Customs Agent can access NCTS and make transit declarations on behalf of the trader.
Can goods from all origins be imported using the Common Transit Procedure?
The Common Transit Procedure applies to countries that have signed-up to the Common Transit Convention, this includes the EU member states where a large proportion of plants and plant products imported into GB. More information on what countries this applies to can be found here: Common Transit Convention countries - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Union Transit relates to movements within the EU.
What custom authorisations do you require?
For the majority ofplant and plant product importers wanting to establish their premises as a Control Point the authorisation you will need is an Authorised Consignee Temporary Storage (ACTS).This status will allow you to store your plants and plant products for up to 6 days before the goods are custom cleared. Goods will be required tobe inspectedand clear their Plant Health checks before custom clearance is granted within 6 days of their arrival.
If your business requires you to store plants and plant products for longer than 6 days you will need an External Temporary Storage Facility (ETSF), please refer to https://www.gov.uk/guidance/temporary-storage. The ETSF will require an electronic inventory-linkedsystem and more rigorous record keeping. Guidance on how to set-up and link your temporary storage facilities inventory system can be found on gov.uk.
What are the requirements for Authorised Consignee Temporary Storage?
Most importers of plants and plant products will need to be an Authorised Consignee Temporary Storage facility, and therefore willnot require an inventory-linked system; this requirement only applies to an External Temporary Storage Facility (ETSF).
ACTS requirements:
Facility Requirements:
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have parking areas for vehicles under the control of HMRC or Border Force officers
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have furnished office accommodation to make sure interviews carried out by officers can be conducted
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have basic amenities (for example, lavatory facilities, electricity, gas, water, and drainage)
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be clean, clear of waste, well lit, ventilated, at an adequate temperature and in a state of repair reflecting fair use
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have professionally calibrated weighing machinery capable of measuring the tare, net and gross weights of goods and their packaging
And must not be:
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used for the purposes of retail sales
Record Keeping Requirements:
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the date and details of goods and their description (identifying numbers, the amount and kind of packages, the identification marks of the container necessary to identify the goods and if the goods are domestic or chargeable goods)
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any customs documents about the goods stored
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the location of the goods including their storage position inside the facility
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any handling of the goods while they are in the facility, including details of any handling needed to preserve the goods
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any movement of the goods into or out of the facility, including the times and dates of the arrival and departure, the name and address of the person receiving or taking the goods and the time and the date the recipient receives the goods
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the Transit Accompanying Document (TAD) which will serve as the temporary storage declaration for any goods stored in the facility
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the customs procedure into which any goods stored in the facility are released. Further information can be found:Managing your temporary storage facility - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
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the master reference number of the transit procedure
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the unique consignment reference for the declaration to the customs procedure, and evidence that the declaration has been cleared (for example, confirmation of a CHIEF display entry versions details.
The operator can involve their Customs Agent as much as the trader wishes, however responsibility for meeting the conditions of the custom authorisation will remain with the operator. The records must be available at the premises so that they can be viewed if a customs officer visits.
More information on storage requirements and record keeping can be found:
I am already an External Temporary Storage Facility; can I apply to be an Authorised Consignee Temporary Storage (ACTS)?
The operator should check with Border Force as they are responsible for ETSF authorisations. It is possible to choose to apply for ACTS but operators would need to request that their ETSF approval is withdrawn.
What happens if my plants and plant products are held longer than 6 days due to laboratory testing or sampling? How will this affect my authorised consignee temporary storage (ACTS) authorisation?
If goods are held for longer than 6 days due to laboratory testing or sampling, but it is a very rare occurrence, then HMRC may consider that ACTS could still be an option as this would be outside of your control.
If you are approved for ACTS and the goods are held beyond the 6 days, then HMRC should be notified. How this is notified will be included within the ACTS authorisation letter.
Further information on diagnostic turnaround times to inform your business decision can be found on Plant Health Portal
HMRC could review the ACTS authorisation if the exceeding of the 6 days becomes a regular occurrence. If your goods are regularly held for longer than 6 days, then it could be that ACTS does not suit your business.
How do you apply for your custom authorisation?
Traders applying to be Authorised Consignee with Temporary Storage (ACTS)should use form C1343. The application form is available here on gov.uk.
There are no fees to apply for ACTS. The only costs are likely to be any changes the operator needs to make to abide by the requirements/conditions of the authorisation.
If you store goods for longer than 6 days and require an External Temporary Storage Facility(ETSF), then traders should still use the C1343 to apply for authorised consignee but should also apply for an ETSF through Border Force. Further information on applying to operate a temporary storage facility is on GOV.UK
Will I need to apply for a Customs Comprehensive Guarantee (CCG)?
You may also need to apply for a Customs Comprehensive Guarantee before we can give approval for the temporary storage. It is unlikely that a Customs Comprehensive Guarantee (CCG) would be needed for an authorised consignee premise in Great Britain, but HMRC will advise at the time of application if this is required.
It is likely that a CCG would be required for goods moving to authorised consignee premises in Northern Ireland. Further information around Customs Comprehensive Guarantee can be found: Apply for a customs comprehensive guarantee to cover customs debts - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
How long will my application take to be approved?
You should apply for your authorised consignee and authorised consignee temporary storage (ACTS)towards the end of Defra CP designation process. HMRC are likely to visit your facility as part of the approval process. Provided all information is provided to HMRC in a timely way this is usually completed within 60 days on the application.
If you are applying for an External Temporary Storage Facility (ETSF), Border Force will need to process this application before HMRC can complete the consignee authorisation.
Who do I contact if I have any questions about my application or need any help?
You should email the authorisations team if you have any questions after submitting your application: nationalsimplifications.ccto@hmrc.gov.uk. Typically, the authorisations team will get in contact once the application has been submitted. Traders may also use this email to contact the authorisations team ahead of the application if they need clarification on a certain area of the form.
Who applies for the Authorised Consignee Temporary Storage Facility?
The operator of the premises, who are involved in the movement of the goods that originate outside of the UK, should apply for the authorisation. More information can be found on gov.uk.
Can you use an agent to make your declarations?
A custom agent can make the customs declarations on behalf of the importer, including the Plant Heath pre-notification if required.
The Customs Agent does not need to be physically present at the Control Point/ACTS. The operator can involve their Customs Agent as much as the trader wishes, however responsibility for meeting the conditions of the custom authorisation will remain with the operator.
What is HMRC/Border Force’s involvement once operating as an ACTS?
HMRC are responsible for ensuring that traders abide by the conditions of their Authorised consignee and ACTS authorisations. The authorisation is open ended provided the operator abides by the conditions of the ACTS. This includes the requirement for the trader to notify HMRC if the goods will remain in the facility beyond 6 days. Customs officials will not visit every consignment, but a small number of consignments could be selected for documentary checks or a site visit.
Border Force will also do their own checks on goods within an ETSF.
Where can I find more information?
Further guidance on applying for Authorised Consignee status and temporary storage can be found on GOV.UK. More information can be found here:
- https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-to-be-an-authorised-consignor-or-consignee
- https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-transit-simplifications-consignor-or-consignee-status
- https://www.gov.uk/guidance/operating-an-authorised-consignee-temporary-storage-facility
- https://www.gov.uk/guidance/temporary-storage
Please visit the post transition period guidance available on the Plant Health Portal. Please visit gov.uk for guidance on importing and exporting plants and plant products from 1 January 2021.
Please visit gov.uk for guidance on registering as a CP.
Check out this CP leaflet which has a step-by-step guide on how to become CP designated.
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The PHR is a set of laws designed to protect plant health throughout the EU. The aim is to prevent the spread of diseases and protect natural landscapes.
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It is a set of legal requirements for all EU countries, including GB when it was in the EU. Despite leaving the EU, it is enshrined in law, however, amendments and changes can be made in rare instances.
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The OCR sets out the legal requirements for official controls and official activities at the border to ensure plant health and plant protection of consignments.
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It is a set of legal requirements for all EU countries, including GB when it was in the EU. Despite leaving the EU, it is enshrined in law, however, amendments and changes can be made in rare instances.
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This legislation sets out the phytosanitary requirements for the EU, including which pests are risks, need to be monitored closely and which pests can enter the EU.
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It is a set of legal requirements for all EU countries, including GB when it was in the EU. Despite leaving the EU, it is enshrined in law, however, amendments and changes can be made in rare instances.
•Pests not known to occur in GB, Annex 2, Part A – page 7-15
•Pests known to occur in GB, Annex 2, Part B – page 16
•Provisional GB QPs and EPPO codes, Schedule 2A – page 16-17
•List of PFA QPs and GB PFAs, Annex 3 – page 17-19
•List of GB RNQPs and hosts, Annex 4 – page 19-42
•Measures to prevent RNQPs, Annex 5 – page 42-81
•Prohibited list, Annex 6, Part A – page 81-83
•Prohibited list pending risk assessment, Schedule 6, Part B – page 83-85
•Additional Declarations, Annex 7-10 – page 85-233
•Article 72 products, Annex 11, Part A – page 234-295
•Article 73 products, Annex 11, Part B – page 295-303
•Unregulated list, Annex 11, Part C – page 303-304
ACRONYMS
ADs – Additional Declarations
APHA – Animal and Plant Health Agency
BCP – Border Control Post
CP- Control Point
EOI – Expression of Interest
FC – Forestry Commission
FSA – Food Standards Agency
FSS – Food Standards Scotland
HRFNAO – High Risk Food and Feed of non-animal origin
IPAFFS - Imports of Product Animals Food and Feed System
OCR – Official Controls Regulation
PC – Phytosanitary certificate
PEACH - Procedure for Electronic Application for Certificates from the HMI
PoD – Place of Destination
PoE – Point of Entry
POFA – Place of First Arrival
SASA- Science and Advice for Scottish Agriculture
SPS - Sanitary and Phytosanitary