We would like to bring to your immediate attention an important update from UK Border Force regarding Safety & Security (S&S) declarations for movements into Great Britain.
From 20 April 2026, additional data validation checks will be introduced as part of ongoing enforcement activity. These changes are mandatory and may impact the acceptance of your S&S filings.
?? What is changing?
UK Border Force will introduce stricter validation on key data elements, with a particular focus on seal information.
?? Seals – New Requirement
You must now ensure the following for all S&S submissions:
- Provide the identification details of all seals applied to the vehicle
- If no seals are present, you must explicitly declare: “No Seal”
- Enforcement action has already begun where seal information is missing or incomplete
??? System Update
To support this requirement, the Motis S&S Online Portal has been updated:
- A Seal Number field is now available within the Load Details section
- This field must be completed accurately for all submissions
?? Action Required
We strongly recommend that you:
- Review your current processes immediately
- Ensure all teams are aware of the new requirements
- Update your data capture to include seal information
Failure to comply may result in:
- Declaration rejections
- Border delays
- Potential enforcement action
?? Motis Freeflow Users
If you use Motis Freeflow to complete your S&S declarations:
- You must provide the seal number, or
- Confirm explicitly that there is no seal
This information must be included when submitting your request.
?? Need Support?
If you have any questions or require assistance, please contact the Motis support team. ens-ss@motisfreeflow.com
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