Border import controls – essential information

18 Awst 2025

New post-Brexit import controls are due to be introduced under the UK's Border Target Operating Model. Get the latest updates in our timeline below.

Any urgent BTOM/import queries for plants and plant products across England and Wales should be directed to the APHA (Animal & Plant Health Agency), by email, in the first instance: [email protected] .    

Alternatively, you can contact them by telephone: 03000 200 301. 

Any urgent BTOM/import queries for animal products should be directed to the PHA (Port Health Authority) at your nominated BCP (Border Control Post).

This page was first published on 31 Ionawr 2024. It was updated on 18 Awst 2025.

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