Shipping Parcels to Northern Ireland — Windsor Framework (Live from May 2025)

Shipping Parcels to Northern Ireland — Windsor Framework (Live from May 2025)

Overview

​As of May 2025, the Windsor Framework is live and new requirements are in force for parcels shipped from Great Britain (GB) to Northern Ireland (NI).
​This article will guide you through how to ship parcels correctly using the Green Lane (for final use) or Red Lane (for resale or SPS goods), and help avoid delays or failed deliveries.

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Do You Need a UKIMS Number?

You must register for the UK Internal Market Scheme (UKIMS) if you:

  • Send goods to NI (B2B or via a warehouse/logistics hub)

  • Want to use the Green Lane to avoid full customs processes

  • Can demonstrate that your goods are not at risk of entering the EU

Examples of businesses that need UKIMS:

  • GB retailers shipping directly to NI customers

  • GB suppliers sending stock to NI

  • Fulfilment centres dispatching on behalf of clients

  • GB manufacturers sending goods to NI

👉 Register for UKIMS

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Green Lane Parcels (For Final Use in NI)

​Use Green Lane if goods are NOT at risk of entering the EU.

✅ Steps to follow:

Step 1: Register

  • Ensure you are registered for UKIMS.

Step 2: Provide Shipment Information

  • Description of goods

  • Quantity and unit (e.g. 3 pcs, 5kg)

  • Value in GBP

  • Country of origin

  • Recipient name & full NI address

  • Your UKIMS number

  • Your GB EORI number

  • Consignee’s XI EORI number (B2B only)

  • Incoterms (e.g. DDP or DAP)

Step 3: Pack and Send

  • Pack securely

  • Include invoice or delivery note inside the parcel

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Red Lane Parcels (Goods at Risk or SPS Goods)

​Use Red Lane if goods are for resale or could enter the EU. This also applies to SPS goods (food, plants, animal products).

✅ Steps to follow:

Step 1: Determine Red Lane Eligibility

  • Resale goods

  • SPS goods

  • Goods that could enter the EU

Step 2: Provide Declarations Information

  • Commodity (HS) code

  • Accurate description

  • Quantity/units

  • Value (commercial invoice value)

  • Country of origin

  • GB EORI number

  • Consignee’s XI EORI number (B2B)

  • Incoterms (e.g. DDP, DDU, DAP)

  • Full delivery address

  • Relevant licences or certificates (SPS)

Step 3: Pack and Send

  • Include invoice and certificates inside the parcel

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Further Guidance

👉 UK Government Windsor Framework Official Guidance

If you have questions or need help, please contact us.

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Important Notes

  • Incorrect or missing shipment data may result in delays, returns, or rejections.

  • Ensure the right lane and process are followed to avoid disruptions.

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