(S,P) GMRs are generated where hauliers use the UK's GVMS system. A GMR is necessary to import into or export from the UK. We show how you get one.
What is a GMR?
A GMR is a ‘virtual envelope’ bringing the required declarations for each goods movement, for each vehicle, together into one place.
It is a unique ID, which will also be issued as a barcode. The barcode must be presented at the port by the driver in order to board the vessel (or train) making the crossing.
When do I need to create a GMR?
You need to create a GMR if you are:
importing goods into Great Britain (GB) from the EU
exporting goods from GB into the EU
moving goods into GB from the EU under the Common Transit Convention (CTC) using a Transit Accompanying Document (TAD)
moving goods under the Common Transit Convention (CTC) from GB into the EU
moving goods between Northern Ireland and GB in either direction
What will I need to create a GMR?
You will need to provide details about:
the crossing (direction of movement, ports of arrival and departure)
the vehicle (either vehicle or trailer registration number, or container reference number)
the declarations (type of declaration and associated reference numbers)
What happens next?
After telling us the direction of the crossing of the movement of your goods, you will get a draft GMR. The draft GMR is not complete and is only issued, so transport bookings can be made. You will need to add the details listed above to complete it, and use it to move goods through the port.
Why do I get a draft GMR?
A draft GMR is issued at this stage, so transport bookings can be made. You must complete the GMR to use it for moving goods through the port.
How do I complete this GMR?
To complete the GMR so it can be used to move the goods through the port you need to continue in this service and add more information, such as details about:
the crossing (direction of movement, ports of arrival and departure)
the vehicle (either vehicle or trailer registration number, or container reference number)
the declarations (type of declaration and associated reference numbers)
You must complete all mandatory fields, but you can make changes at any time before the driver checks in at the port.
Draft GMRs expire in 28 days
Completing the GMR can be done at any time within 28 days before the goods travel, but you should leave enough time to gather all the information needed. If you do not make any updates within 28 days, your GMR will expire and you cannot use it.
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We could not find this transit declaration in our databases
This could be because the declaration:
is not from a Transit Accompanying Document (TAD), or a Transit Security Accompanying Document (TSAD) does not include a transit office in Great Britain or Northern Ireland has already been used or closed includes a transit Movement Reference Number (MRN) that you have entered incorrectly.
We must find the declaration in our databases to confirm if it is valid.
If the declaration has errors, or we do not confirm it is valid you will need to check the MRN and declaration type that you entered are correct.
The declaration must be valid for moving goods in the UK, under the Common Transit Convention. Ask your trader if you are not sure.
If we do not confirm your declaration is valid before your departure, you cannot travel.
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