This guide is intended to support SMEs from Baden-Württemberg in exporting wood-based products and raw materials to the United Kingdom. The guide is current as of July 2025. Changes in legal provisions or market conditions will be addressed within the scope of the project. No legal claims or claims to accuracy can be derived from this.
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Brexit refers to the withdrawal of the United Kingdom (UK) from the European Union (EU). The term is a combination of ‘Britain’ and ‘exit’. The process officially began after a referendum on 23 June 2016, in which approximately 51.9% of voters voted to leave the EU.
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Before you send your goods from the EU to the UK, you should clarify the process in detail with your partner shipping company.
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Customs clearance for timber products requires careful planning and documentation.
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Brexit refers to the withdrawal of the United Kingdom (UK) from the European Union (EU). The term is a combination of ‘Britain’ and ‘exit’. The process officially began after a referendum on 23 June 2016, in which approximately 51.9% of voters voted to leave the EU.
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Prepare all necessary documents.
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Clarify the payment methods and terms with your British business partner. Common options include prepayment, letters of credit or deferred payment.
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Since leaving the EU, additional regulations apply to EU citizens who wish to work in the UK.
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There are several institutions and associations that offer support with exporting, e.g. BW-International, the Stuttgart Regional Chamber of Industry and Commerce, and the British-German Chamber of Industry and Commerce.
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Tips for successful communication with British business partners, e.g.:
