Looking to strengthen compliance and streamline your operations? Or free up cash flow and unlock duty savings?

We guide you through customs complexity, every step of the way.

We’ll always act in your best interests. Our Consultancy service acts as an extension of your team, offering expert support wherever and whenever you need it.

Backed by decades of operational experience, we help importers, exporters and warehouse operators with reliable, trustworthy and honest customs compliance advice. Whether you’re applying for new HMRC authorisations, reviewing bonded warehouse procedures or improving your internal processes, we’re here to guide you and ensure everything is as it should be.

Specialist customs strategy, trusted by industry leaders

From hands-on HMRC audit support and end-to-end reviews of your purchasing and declaration procedures to in-house training, tailored workshops and regular customs compliance health checks, we provide practical, actionable support that fits your business.

HMRC authorisation support

HMRC authorisation support

We guide you through the full process of applying for and maintaining HMRC authorisations, ensuring you meet every requirement and stay compliant long-term.

Authorisations include:

  • Authorised Economic Operator (AEO)
  • Customs warehousing
  • Excise warehousing
  • Simplified Customs Declaration Process (SCDP)
  • Inward processing
  • Outward processing
  • Authorised consignor/consignee

Authorisation support can involve:

Initial suitability

Start with an initial suitability discussion and a high-level overview of the relevant customs regime.

Gap analysis

Identify your gaps against the authorisation criteria and prioritise the improvements required.

Bridging advice & support

Get practical guidance and hands-on support to meet compliance standards.

Application support

Receive end-to-end assistance throughout the application, from documentation to submission.

In-house training

We provide tailored workshops and training programmes to build customs confidence and capability within your business.

Workshops can include:

  • General awareness and best practice in customs compliance.
  • Background knowledge on customs processes and terminology.
  • Guidance on preparing for and managing HMRC authorisations.
  • Bespoke sessions aligned to your operations, encouraging internal review and improvement.
Langdon in-house training
HMRC audit support

HMRC audit support

If you’ve got an upcoming HMRC audit, Langdon’s experts are on hand to guide you through every stage with honesty and clarity.

Support includes:

  • Historic entry reviews to identify and disclose potential issues early.
  • Preparation and presentation of audit trails and documentation.
  • Attendance or representation during HMRC meetings and calls.
  • Review of any assessments and advice on next steps.

The customs compliance team in your corner

Unlike other providers, our services are founded on a customs-first approach, bringing together superior UK customs compliance expertise and excellence in bonded warehousing and duty management.

Many of our team have worked within HMRC and leading logistics operators, bringing reliable, practical insight that helps you achieve authorisations faster, avoid costly errors and stay audit-ready.

100,000

import declarations

130,000

export declarations

£1.1B

in managed duty liabilities

100%

success rate across all HMRC applications

Collaborating with leaders across retail, logistics and manufacturing

Need reliable, trustworthy and honest advice on your customs compliance?

Contact our team today to talk through your requirements and how we can help. We’ll be in touch within 24 business hours.

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