Musical Instruments: Customs

(asked on 16th October 2019) - View Source

Question to the Department for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport:

To ask the Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport, what advice she has given to UK-based musicians on transporting instruments into the EU in the event of the UK leaving the EU without a deal.


Answered by
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Nigel Adams
This question was answered on 21st October 2019

The specific process or customs procedures that musicians decide upon will depend on individual circumstances. Options include ATA Carnets, but also merchandise in baggage rules, oral declarations and duplicate lists.

We recommend musicians take independent advice as an independent freight forwarder or broker should be able to provide guidance on the pros and cons of each option, and may help them plan journeys and navigate customs procedures.

The department has engaged with businesses and trade bodies in the music industry, including those in the touring industry, and this engagement will continue.

The Government has now agreed the Withdrawal Agreement with the EU. We believe this is the best outcome for all UK sectors.

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