SPS Controls
Sanitary & phytosanitary pre-notifications and BCP coordination.
Movements of food, plants, animals and products of animal origin between the UK and Ireland require sanitary and phytosanitary controls in addition to the standard customs entry. We handle IPAFFS pre-notifications for GB imports, TRACES entries for Irish imports, export health certificates and phytosanitary certificate coordination, and border control post (BCP) scheduling for physical checks. Where your goods risk being downgraded to red channel, we prepare the documentary evidence the officer will want to see so inspection time is kept to the minimum.
What's included
- IPAFFS pre-notifications (GB imports)
- TRACES entries (IE imports)
- EHC and phytosanitary coordination
- BCP booking and liaison
- Documentary evidence pack for inspections
How it works
- 1
Product classification
We confirm SPS category and control level.
- 2
Pre-notification
IPAFFS or TRACES entry lodged before arrival.
- 3
Certificates
EHC / phytosanitary coordinated with origin authority.
- 4
BCP and release
Border control post liaison until goods clear.
Frequently asked
Do you arrange the physical veterinary check?
We book the slot and liaise with the BCP and the official vet. Physical inspection is carried out by the competent authority — we provide the paperwork and coordinate logistics around it.