24/7 AI-powered customs compliance tools and instant access to certified UK customs experts. 20+ free and premium trade tools, Clara AI advisor, and a vetted expert marketplace — all in one platform.
Trusted by UK importers, exporters, and freight forwarders for customs declarations, commodity code classification, EORI validation, and trade compliance.
20+ free and premium tools to simplify UK customs compliance
Validate any GB or XI EORI number instantly via live HMRC API.
Estimate UK import duty and VAT including preferential rates and PVA.
Screen against UK FCDO, OFAC, and UN sanctions lists in real time.
Check FTA status and preferential rates for any UK trade agreement.
AI-powered classification with links to HMRC Trade Tariff.
Validate UK and EU VAT numbers instantly.
Search and verify any UK registered company.
Interactive guide to all 11 Incoterms with risk and cost allocation.
Validate EU EORI numbers.
Step-by-step GRI classification tool.
Live currency exchange rates for customs valuation.
Upload invoices, bills of lading, and customs declarations for AI compliance checks.
Generate compliant UK export commercial invoices with preferential origin statements.
Estimate import duty payable in destination countries.
8-step US Export Administration Regulations classification journey.
Border Target Operating Model checker for animal and plant imports.
Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism liability estimator.
Upload and analyse MSS/TRE data for compliance health checks.
Live vessel tracking and port congestion data.
Live HMRC systems status and port border wait times.
24/7 AI-powered trade compliance, in plain English
Clara is Customs Shield's AI-powered customs advisor, available 24/7 to answer your trade compliance questions in plain English. Clara uses a knowledge base of verified UK customs guidance, live HMRC data, and 12 integrated trade tools to give you accurate, sourced answers — not generic AI responses.
Clara can help you classify goods, check sanctions, validate EORIs, estimate duties, interpret trade agreements, and much more — all within a single conversation. Every response includes a mandatory disclaimer directing you to verify with HMRC or a licensed customs agent for compliance decisions.
Everything you need to navigate UK customs with confidence
Connect with certified customs professionals in minutes. No appointments, no waiting lists.
Get accurate commodity codes for your products with expert guidance and documentation.
Know exactly what you'll pay before your shipment arrives. Avoid surprise fees.
Upload customs declarations, invoices, and shipping docs for expert review.
All consultants are certified with years of real-world customs experience. Businesses are also accredited.
Stay compliant with HMRC regulations and avoid costly penalties.
From question to resolution in four simple steps
Describe your customs question or issue with as much detail as possible.
We match you with a certified expert specialising in your exact area of need.
Chat in real-time, book a call, or send documents — whatever works for you.
Get clear, actionable guidance to keep your goods moving and stay compliant.
Join hundreds of businesses and experts already on the platform
Whether you're an individual importer/exporter or a business needing reliable customs support, sign up and get matched with a verified expert in minutes.
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Use any of our most popular customs compliance tools free, instantly. Built on live HMRC and government data.
Validate any GB or XI EORI number against the live HMRC register.
Check an EORI →Estimate UK customs duty and import VAT using live HMRC Trade Tariff data.
Calculate duty →Screen any name against UK FCDO, US OFAC, and UN consolidated sanctions lists.
Screen a name →Find the correct 10-digit UK commodity code for any product.
Find a code →Check FTA eligibility and preferential rates for any country and commodity.
Check FTA →Interactive guide to all 11 Incoterms — see who pays freight, insurance and duty.
Explore Incoterms →Simple, transparent pricing. All plans include full access to Customs Shield's AI trade tools and Clara AI advisor. Expert marketplace queries are charged separately — you pay the expert's rate, plus a platform commission.
Perfect for one-off queries — no monthly commitment.
Best for businesses with regular compliance needs.
Best for importers, exporters and freight forwarders.
For businesses with high-volume or complex compliance needs.