Post-Brexit Freight Transport to Great Britain
Trading between Turkey and the UK operates under the bilateral UK–Turkey Free Trade Agreement (FTA). Crucially, the A.TR certificate is not applicable for UK imports; preferential zero-tariff trade requires a valid EUR.1 certificate or an approved origin declaration on the commercial invoice.
Inter Logistics ensures complete regulatory adherence with UK HMRC requirements, including Goods Vehicle Movement Service (GVMS) registrations, GMR barcode generation, and CDS (Customs Declaration Service) coordination prior to ferry or Eurotunnel boarding at Calais / Dunkirk.
Door-to-Door Delivery Across England, Wales and Scotland
We manage scheduled linehauls connecting Istanbul and industrial centres across the UK. All consignments are tracked 24/7 with dedicated customer support guiding you through clearance formalities at UK inland border facilities (IBFs) or designated approved premises.
Case Study: Fast-Fashion Garment Transport [Example Scenario]
[Example Scenario] A textile retailer in London required time-sensitive replenishment of 12 pallets of seasonal fashion garments from Istanbul. Utilizing our scheduled LTL service with pre-cleared EUR.1 documentation and automated GMR generation, the consignment cleared Dover customs seamlessly and was delivered to the retailer's Midlands distribution depot in 7 days.
Frequently Asked Questions
What documents are required to import Turkish goods into the UK tariff-free?
To qualify for 0% customs duty under the UK–Turkey FTA, goods must meet product-specific rules of origin and be supported by an EUR.1 movement certificate or an exporter's statement on origin on the invoice.
What is a GMR and why is it needed for UK freight?
A Goods Vehicle Movement Reference (GMR) is generated through HMRC's GVMS system, linking all customs declaration references for a truck. Without a valid GMR, vehicles cannot board ferries or trains to the UK.
Can you deliver to distribution centres requiring booked delivery slots?
Yes. We coordinate directly with major UK retailers and distribution platforms (including Amazon UK fulfilment centres) to book delivery appointments and ensure compliant pallet labelling.