Container movements
Import and export containers handled through the relevant Tilbury terminal and matched to the correct transport and customs references.
UK port coverage
Tilbury customs clearance
Practical customs-clearance coordination for goods arriving at or departing through the Port of Tilbury.
THAMES · MULTIMODAL
Port-focused support
Prepared before arrival. Coordinated through release.
Our Tilbury service is designed around early file checks, accurate shipment information and close coordination between customs, freight and transport parties. Forth Ports describes Tilbury as a multimodal port supporting container, Ro-Ro and specialist cargo activity, so the clearance plan must reflect the actual terminal and movement type.
Freight Customs Clearance Ltd supports importers, exporters, freight forwarders and transport operators with document checks, customs-clearance coordination and practical release updates.
Movement profile
Planning around Tilbury cargo.
Port capability does not replace customs preparation. The declaration file, terminal identifiers and physical handover still need to describe the same movement.
Ro-Ro and unitised freight
Trailer, vehicle and unit movements where route, equipment and presentation details need timely coordination.
Paper, forest and project cargo
Specialist or breakbulk movements that benefit from clear product descriptions, quantities and handling information.
- 01
Identify the correct Tilbury terminal, cargo type and movement route.
- 02
Confirm unit, trailer, container or transport references before submission.
- 03
Check invoice, packing and product information against the shipment booking.
- 04
Make any licences, origin evidence or controlled-goods documents available early.
- 05
Confirm customs, terminal and transport handover as separate milestones.
Clearance workflow
Pre-arrival review
Commercial and transport documents checked before the vessel or container reaches port.
Declaration support
Import or export clearance information prepared and coordinated for the shipment.
Customs response
Questions, holds and additional requirements translated into clear next actions.
Release handover
Release status coordinated with the relevant freight and transport parties.
24/7Operational availability
365Days each year
10+Years’ team experience
Tilbury FAQs
Questions before the container moves.
Answers relate to our clearance-preparation service and do not represent the port or terminal operator.
Do you support container and Ro-Ro enquiries?+
Yes, subject to the route, terminal and information available.
Why does the terminal matter?+
Different movements can use different systems, references and handover arrangements.
Are you part of Forth Ports?+
No. Freight Customs Clearance Ltd is an independent business and does not represent the port operator.
Always on
Clearance support, 24/7, 365 days.
Email the shipment details and available documents for review by the clearance team.
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