How to prepare yourself for Brexit

29 March 2019 will mark the departure of the UK from the European Union and the beginning of a transition period (provided that a withdrawal agreement is reached and ratified by the EU, the European Parliament, and the UK Parliament). If an agreement is reached and ratified, this transition period will end on 31 December 2020.

However, if no withdrawal agreement between the EU and the United Kingdom is reached, there will be no transition period.

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New formalities

Whatever form Brexit takes, what is certain is that on 1 January 2021, at the latest, commercial exchanges with the United Kingdom will be marked by customs formalities and border controls.

In a “No Deal” scenario, after the departure of the United Kingdom, we can expect changes to the practicalities of trading with the country, such as the imposition of customs procedures and duties, in addition to potential changes in compliance standards for exported products.

For services, new measures limiting access to the market may be implemented. These would affect the ability of EU workers to settle in, or be posted to, the United Kingdom.

In this context, the European Commission has produced a series of “preparation sheets” for each sector of activity.

Financial incentives for exporters

But what if we see the glass as half full? Once the United Kingdom has officially left the European Union, it will be covered by funding for non-EU prospecting. Discover financial incentives for exporters here!
Consultancy support is also available (e.g. legal advice).

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Any questions ? Please contact Sam !

Sam Servaes : sservaes@hub.brussels

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