What is CCL (Authorisation for centralised clearance)?

Overview

CCL stands for Authorisation for Centralised Clearance. It allows an authorised business to centralise certain customs declaration activities under a single customs authorisation rather than completing the customs clearance process separately at each location.

Under UK customs rules, Centralised Clearance is available for certain movements involving Northern Ireland. HMRC confirms that Centralised Clearance cannot currently be used for imports into Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales).

For CDS declarations, CCL is the authorisation type code used to identify an authorisation for Centralised Clearance. The authorisation decision number is declared in DE 2/3, while the EORI of the authorisation holder is declared against the CCL authorisation type in DE 3/39.

How Centralised Clearance Works

Where a valid Centralised Clearance authorisation applies:

1. The business must hold the relevant Centralised Clearance authorisation.

2. The customs declaration is submitted using the applicable CDS declaration requirements.

3. The relevant authorisation decision number is declared in DE 2/3 using the appropriate document code.

4. The CCL authorisation type and the authorisation holder's EORI number are declared in DE 3/39.

5. Where required, the appropriate Customs Office of Presentation and Supervising Customs Office must also be declared.

For Centralised Clearance declarations, HMRC provides specific requirements for the customs office where the goods are presented and the supervising customs office.

Important

Centralised Clearance should not be confused with a general authorisation to submit all UK customs declarations from one location. For imports into Great Britain, HMRC does not currently allow businesses to apply for Centralised Clearance.

Need Help?

If you need assistance with a CCL authorisation or Centralised Clearance declaration in iCustoms, contact the iCustoms Support Team: Contact Support Team