Northern Ireland Duty Reimbursement Scheme launched

The scheme allows traders moving goods into Northern Ireland to reclaim EU duty where they can demonstrate that the goods were sold or used in Northern Ireland or somewhere else outside the EU. 

“This plan delivers an important and long-awaited element of the Windsor Framework,” said Nichola Mallon, Head of Trade and Devolved Policy at Logistics UK. “It’s important that HMRC works pragmatically with businesses to ensure they can reclaim duty in an accessible way on eligible goods.” 

Financial Secretary to the Treasury, Victoria Atkins MP, said: “I know traders have been waiting eagerly for the launch of this scheme and I’m pleased it is now live. 

“This meets a key ask from many businesses we’ve spoken to and we’ve worked hard to roll it out as quickly as possible following the agreement on the Windsor Framework.” 

Traders will be able to use this scheme for EU duty paid on “at risk” goods moved into Northern Ireland since January 2021 by submitting a digital form along with accompanying documents and evidence via GOV.UK. It will also be available for goods moved in the Red Lane from October 2024. 

The scheme may be of particular benefit to businesses in the manufacturing and wholesale sectors, where they have evidence that goods moved into NI were not ultimately sold into or used in the EU.  

Traders can find out how to claim by visiting the guidance on GOV.UK. 

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Published On: 06/07/2023 12:00:00

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