IPAFFS Declarations
If you’re importing products of animal origin (POAO), live animals, or high-risk food and feed not of animal origin (HRFNAO) into the UK, you are legally required to submit pre-notifications through IPAFFS – the Import of Products, Animals, Food and Feed System. We manage the full submission process on your behalf, ensuring your consignments meet all UK import regulations and arrive without disruption.
IPAFFS Declarations
What’s Included
Pre-Notification Submissions
We manage IPAFFS pre-notification submissions for products of animal origin (POAO), high-risk food and feed not of animal origin (HRFNAO), and live animal imports – ensuring every consignment is notified within the required advance windows.
Border Control Post (BCP) Coordination
We liaise with the relevant Border Control Posts and UK authorities on your behalf – ensuring your consignment is routed to the correct BCP, pre-notified accurately, and ready for inspection without unnecessary delays.
Timely & Accurate Declarations
Declarations are submitted accurately and within required timeframes – preventing border rejections, consignment holds, or the destruction of goods that can result from late or incorrect IPAFFS notifications.
Health Certificate & CHED Documentation Guidance
We provide guidance on the required documentation for your import type – including health certificates, phytosanitary certificates, and Common Health Entry Documents (CHEDs) – so your paperwork is complete before the consignment moves.
Port Health Authority Registration Advice
Advice and support on registering with the relevant Port Health Authority for CHED fee payments – ensuring you’re set up correctly from the outset and avoiding administrative complications on your first consignment.
Errors or late IPAFFS notifications can result in consignments being held or rejected at the border – with serious knock-on effects for businesses handling perishable or time-sensitive goods. Our team ensures every notification is submitted correctly and on time, protecting the continuity of your import operations.
