Transit T1 Explained
T1 transit can allow goods to move under customs control to a destination office, deferring import formalities until arrival.
When a T1 is useful
Transit can help when goods need to move onwards before final clearance.
- International movements requiring inland clearance
- Operational needs to keep freight moving
- Border flows where transit is appropriate
What to prepare
Having route and office details ready speeds up processing.
- Offices of departure/arrival
- Route and timeline
- Goods values and descriptions
- Vehicle details
Avoiding problems
Most issues are caused by missing details or unclear driver instructions.
- Confirm route and office details upfront
- Keep references clearly labelled
- Ensure documents match the movement
Need help with this in practice?
Send the documents and route details — we’ll confirm requirements and next steps.