Import-Export to Germany

Jeavons Eurotir’s European road freight team has experience in imports and exports to Germany and is waiting for your call. Our team is well connected and familiar with the various intricacies of export to Germany and UK. As tariffs and tariffs change with Brexit, we are at the forefront of research into these new policies and procedures.

Whether you want to import or export to Germany, wanting to transport a full load or a few pallets, our team can get you there on time and at a competitive price. We also offer an ADR Transport service so when you import or export to Germany we can transport hazardous materials across national borders and understand the safety risks and the care required for this type of transport.

Our team is also multilingual which is invaluable when we talk to local drivers and talk about import and export to Germany.

Jeavons Eurotir – Specialists at Exporting to Germany

With a highly productive population of roughly 80 million people, Germany offers a wide range of business opportunities for the UK. With English proficiently spoken as a second language, UK businesses are naturally drawn to Germany for their exports. Since Brexit, Germany is now the established epicentre of EU trade, and is home to a diverse consumer market, due to large scale industrialisation and there is great potential for trade growth.

Exporting to Germany – The Facts & figures

• Germany is the UK’s second-largest exporter, accounting for more than 10.2% of total UK trade in 2019.
• The main commodity exported to Germany in 2019 was crude oil.
• In addition to crude oil other products exported included cars, pharmaceutical products, aircraft and mechanical power generators.

Exporting to Germany – Steps to follow post-Brexit

Post-Brexit there have been many changes that have taken place, with new laws and legislation that must be adhered to when exporting goods to EU countries. Below is a step by step guide to follow if you plan to export to Germany.

• Check the latest rules and regulations, tax and duty rates of the destination country with regards to the goods you are exporting. Also, confirm what forms of export documentation is required.
• Apply for any specific licenses or certificates for the goods you are exporting (eg; for food, medicines, firearms, drugs, chemicals etc).
• Apply in the UK for an EORI number and check if you need to register for VAT.
• Check whether the individual / company receiving your goods is allowed to import them.
• Export declarations need to be made when exporting your goods. You can hire a freight forwarder to deal with customs and transportation.
• Classify your goods using the correct commodity code.
• Prepare invoices and appropriate documentation for the goods you are exporting. These must all travel with the goods.
• Clear your goods through customs. A freight forwarder agency can help you with customs clearance.
• Keep all paperwork detailing invoices and other customs records, for future reference.

Why Germany is the perfect trading partner

Doing business with Germany can be very beneficial, and there’s huge potential for growth in the technology and automotive sectors. Data, artificial intelligence and healthcare are also all considered to be sectors with a strong appetite that are ripe for import. So, which factors help to influence trade with Germany?

Infrastructure – Germany’s energy, communications and transportation infrastructure is such that delivery of goods and services can be very reliably made.

Security – With Germany’s current economic and political framework, contractual agreements are made to ensure necessary security is provided to all business investments.

Location – Germany is situated right at the heart of Europe, making it easily accessible to all established markets in western, central and eastern Europe.

Productivity – The productivity and quality rates of German labour is world-renowned, with low labour costs that ensure they produce cost-effectively.

Values – Germans value reliability and share many of the same values as Britons, making them great partners to trade with in business. The UK is well respected by Germany and they are keen to trade with us.

Jeavons Eurotir is well connected with a great deal of experience with German exports and imports. Whether you wish to transport a full container load, or just a few boxes, our team of professionals can help you deliver your goods safely and on time.