Air freight moves fast, and when goods arrive, customs clearance needs to move just as smoothly.
We’re pleased to share that Beckchoice now holds its own DTI badge for customs entries at Birmingham Airport (BHX). This builds on our existing DTI badge coverage at London Heathrow, London Gatwick and Manchester, giving our in-house Customs team even greater reach across the UK’s key air cargo hubs.
For customers using Birmingham Airport, this means their customs entries can be handled directly by our own team, without unnecessary third parties or handovers.
Why This Matters for Shipments Through Birmingham
Birmingham Airport continues to grow as an important gateway for air freight, particularly for businesses based in the Midlands and across central England.
By holding our own DTI badge at BHX, we can submit customs entries ourselves, maintain clear oversight of the process and respond quickly if anything needs attention. This level of control helps reduce delays, keeps communication simple and gives customers confidence that their shipments are being managed by people who know the full picture.
Customs Clearance, Handled In-House
Our experienced in-house Customs team manages the full clearance process, from preparing documentation through to ensuring compliance with UK regulations.
Having customs expertise within our business enables us to work closely with our freight forwarding teams, identify potential issues early, and keep goods moving efficiently through the border.
AEO Accreditation and Trusted Relationships
As an Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) accredited freight forwarder, Beckchoice benefits from access to simplified customs procedures and enhanced security recognition. This can help support faster and more predictable clearance for qualifying shipments.
We also maintain strong working relationships with HM Revenue & Customs and continue to invest in advanced customs IT systems, allowing us to process entries accurately and reliably across UK ports and airports.
Reducing Delays and Unnecessary Costs
Our team actively tracks import quotas and duty allowances, helping customers avoid avoidable costs such as storage, rent or demurrage. By managing customs proactively, we aim to prevent small issues from becoming costly delays.
Comprehensive Customs Support Across the UK
Alongside Birmingham Airport, we are electronically connected for customs clearance at major UK airports including Heathrow, Gatwick and Manchester.
Our coverage also extends across key seaports such as London Gateway, Tilbury, Felixstowe, Southampton, Liverpool and more, as well as inland and ETSF locations throughout the UK via Destin8+.
Wherever your goods enter the country, our team is positioned to support a smooth and compliant clearance process.
Customs Expertise That Keeps Things Moving
Adding Birmingham Airport to our DTI badge coverage is another step in strengthening our in-house customs capability. It allows us to keep control where it matters most and provide customers with a straightforward, reliable experience at the UK border.
If you would like to discuss customs clearance or air freight through Birmingham Airport, our team is always happy to help – get in touch.