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Import and Export

Overview

This guidance has been drafted as a reference point for all departments/schools within Queen Mary University of London, when importing/exporting goods to and from the UK as of 1st January 2021.

The University's VAT registration number is: GB 248 8379 11

The University's EORI number is: GB 248 8379 11 000

Incoterms references

  • To help users understand shipping and any related costs, the International Chamber of Commerce publishes an internationally recognised list of trade terms for import costs; this is known as Incoterms 2020.
  • Commonly used Incoterms are below. (There are seven terms for all modes of transport and a further four for sea freight only)

The Incoterms

 

Rules for any Mode or Modes of Transport

  • EXW | Ex Works
  • FCA | Free Carrier
  • CPT | Carriage Paid To
  • CIP | Carriage and Insurance Paid To
  • DAP | Delivered at Place
  • DPU | Delivered at Place Unloaded
  • DDP | Delivered Duty Paid

 

Rules for Sea and Inland Waterway Transport

  • FAS | Free Alongside Ship
  • FOB | Free On Board
  • CFR | Cost and Freight
  • CIF | Cost Insurance and Freight

 

For any queries on procurement, supplier engagement or supply chain please contact finance-procurement@qmul.ac.uk.

For any queries on tax contact finance-tax-manager@qmul.ac.uk.

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