ROI > GB

Note - This is a haulier’s guide for physical requirements to travel, not fiscal (full customs clearance), which we expect will be done by the importer/exporter.

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BEFORE ARRIVAL

• ROI exporter arranges EAD export declaration which generates a Movement Reference Number (MRN) – EAD also generates an EXS Safety and Security Declaration (plus any extra arrangements for “SPS” controls if required).
• Pre-Boarding Notification (PBN) required at port (PBN is a virtual envelope containing all the MRN’s that are being exported on a particular vehicle, if FTL then will only be 1 MRN, if groupage then multiple, All MRNs are supplied by exporter(s). Motis Freeflow can create PBN as part of the booking process.
• GB import entry required and all GB import information loaded to GVMS (Goods Vehicle Movement Service) which creates GMR (Goods Movement Reference).
• Driver (or someone on their behalf - i.e.  checks the Customs Ro-Ro service to confirm the status of the PBN.
• GMR is required by driver to enable to board ferry to UK
• From 1st July 2021 an ENS entry Safety and Security declaration is required (Motis Booking + will be able to provide this at the time).
• If controlled goods GB importer (or agent) books in to the Border Control post for arrival
• Clear message from Irish Customs
• Ensure all Customs declarations are pre-lodged (note this will generally not be the haulier’s responsibility but the Importer/Exporter.
• Create a PBN (1 Per Vehicle per Journey) -   can assist with this.
• Input all MRN’s (Provided by Importer/Exporter) for all of the goods on the vehicle into the PBN.  booking can assist.
• Issue driver with the PBN   booking can assist
• Provide PBN to the Ferry operator upon Booking -   booking can assist.

• For UK Export (for UK Authorities)
  • From 01/01/21 One single GMR is not Mandatory, via GVMS system - This is required on controlled goods and Transit from 01/01/21. Visit Healthcerts for more information.
  • From 01/07/21 One Single GMR is Mandatory, via GVMS system 

* The Party arranging customs Clearance will be able to provide you with the applicable information above

can assist in this if required.

UPON ARRIVAL AT PORT

• Driver provides PBN at ferry check in, boards ferry