The new Customs Declaration Service (CDS)

The new Customs Declaration Service (CDS) is being introduced in order to handle declarations under the Union Customs Code. It will replace CHIEF, which has been running for more than 25 years.

This page will keep you up to date with the HMRC development and rollout of the new system as well as our progress towards CDS.


HMRC updated guidance on GVMS exports via Motis and Stop24 and what happens after 27 June
24 Jun 2025
CERTEX Trader Notifications
23 Jun 2025
Workaround for certain Northen Ireland Location of Goods Codes
23 Jun 2025
CDS Release 4.8.0.1 - Important information for traders
23 Jun 2025
Update to the CDS DIS API to include CO declarations
11 Jun 2025
Update to the Cash Account Dashboard
11 Jun 2025
HMRC systems changes to simplify some GVMS exports journeys
11 Jun 2025
Change to license verification for NI movements on 28th June 2025
3 Jun 2025
Best practices when applying for the UK Internal Market Scheme (UKIMS)
2 Jun 2025
CDS Reimbursement Service update
28 May 2025