Where are the UK border control posts for importing veterinary and phytosanitary products and what are the procedures?

Since the 31st January 2024, certification has been mandatory when importing medium risk veterinary and phytosanitary products into the United Kingdom.

Additionally, since the 30th April 2024, UK Border Force have started physical inspections of these products in the Border Control Posts (BCPs).

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Where are the UK border control posts for importing veterinary and phytosanitary products and what are the procedures?

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Onboard

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Travel To Europe

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