Yes. Since Brexit, all shipments from the UK to EU countries (including France, Germany, Spain, Italy, Netherlands, etc.) require export customs declarations. CargoSender generates all required documentation — commercial invoice, commodity codes and export declaration — automatically during booking.

A UK EORI number (Economic Operators Registration and Identification) is required for businesses exporting goods commercially from the UK. You can apply for one free from HMRC. Personal/private shipments under £1,000 may not require an EORI. CargoSender guides you through whether you need one during the booking process.

To France, Germany, Netherlands and Belgium: 1–3 business days by express. To Spain and Italy: 2–4 days. To the USA: 2–3 days. To Australia: 3–5 days. Times include customs clearance which is usually same-day for correctly completed documents.

CargoSender works with DHL Express, FedEx, UPS and DPD for international shipping from the UK. DHL Express and FedEx are the most popular for EU and worldwide express. DPD is excellent for EU road economy shipments. All include customs clearance support.

Yes. CargoSender arranges door-to-door collection from anywhere in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Note that Northern Ireland has a special status under the Windsor Framework — shipments from Northern Ireland to the EU do not require export declarations, but Northern Ireland to Great Britain and vice versa may have specific rules.