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 27 July 2008
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What to do if you find you have breached export controls

What to do if you believe that you may have exported controlled goods without the correct export licence

From time to time exporters may discover that they have exported goods or made an intangible transfer of controlled technology without the correct export licence. It is also possible that during a DBERR compliance visit the compliance officer may identify an irregularity.

It is important that such information is disclosed quickly. Indeed, failing to notify HMRC of a breach of the export licensing system could ultimately lead to a criminal prosecution, depending on the severity of the offence. Should you believe that an irregularity has occurred you should write immediately to:

Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs
Prohibitions and Restrictions Group
Customs and International
LG/69
100 Parliament Street
London SW1A 2BQ

The information supplied should include a full report of the export (including dates) together with any relevant documentation (such as export documentation, invoices, etc). HMRC will then consider the matter and contact you directly.

 

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