USAFEI24-401 — Custom Clearance Procedures For US Force in United Kingdom (UK)

USAFEI24-401 governs customs clearance procedures for U.S. Forces in the United Kingdom, including imports, exports, and warehouse removals.

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  • Publication number: USAFEI24-401
  • Title: Custom Clearance Procedures For US Force in United Kingdom (UK)
  • Date: 2014-10-17

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It establishes procedures for HMRC forms covering official goods, mail, personal effects, and goods removed from bonded warehouses. It requires customs forms and related records to be prepared, retained, and handled under specified procedures.

Applies to: This instruction applies to all U.S. Force personnel within the UK responsible for customs clearance.

Topics covered

  • C88 processing procedures
  • Personal effects
  • Exports
  • Customs clearance officer appointments
  • Customs and excise warehouse removals
  • HMRC Form C185
  • Port identifier codes

Questions and answers

What must imported goods be used for under USAFEI24-401?

Imports must be for the exclusive use of U.S. Force’s units assigned to the UK. (paragraph 1)

How long must HMRC Form C88 records be retained?

HMRC requires retention of C88s for a period of 4 years.

How many HMRC Form C88 copies must be prepared?

Prepare three HMRC Form C88s; an original and two copies. (paragraph 1)

Who appoints customs clearance personnel under USAFEI24-401?

Commanders will appoint personnel (U.S. military and civilian) in writing (T-0). (paragraph 8)

What form is required to remove goods from UK customs or excise warehouses?

An HMRC Form C88 is required to effect removals from customs or excise warehouses in the UK. (paragraph 5)

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