Compliance Visits Explained
This guidance manual explains the Compliance process for holders of export control licences.
ECO needs to be sure that an export licence user has the necessary systems and procedures in place to administer open licences, that they are familiar with export control legislation as it applies to their business and particularly circumstances, and that knowledge is correct and current.
The intention is to demystify the process and allow companies to prepare fully so both sides can get maximum benefit from the visit.
The document explains:
- why compliance visits occur
- what happens before, during and after the visit
- some of the penalties that companies might face if they are found to be non-compliant.
- additionally, it points to some specific issues with Open General Licences, which exporters might find helpful.
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Other Guidance on Compliance Issues
- Compliance Code of Practice
This document aims to promote effective compliance with export control legislation among exporters. It includes various illustrative case studies, compliance and audit checklists, information on the compliance visits and handling of suspicious enquiries.
- Guidance on suspending or revoking a company's ability to use Open General Licences
Outlines some of the circumstances in which the Secretary of State may consider suspension or revocation of open general licences for individual exporters has been produced.
- Breach of Export Control Legislation
Details on making a disclosure to HM Revenue and Customs.
Guidance
Detailed information and guidance documents about specific aspects of export control are available in the Licensing Advice and Resources area.
Export Control Organisation
Updated: 20 August 2008
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