The OLS would like to make members aware that applications are currently open for duty suspensions to the UK Global Tariff.
They are also inviting stakeholders to submit views on extensions to existing suspensions. The application form and additional information can be accessed at this link. The deadline for both applications to new suspensions and submission of views on existing suspension is 23:59 on Wednesday 4 February 2026.
2025-2026 duty suspension application window
- Duty suspensions are designed to help UK and Crown Dependency (Guernsey, the Isle of Man and Jersey) businesses remain competitive in the global marketplace. They do this by removing or reducing import duties on specific goods, normally those used in production processes, for a defined period. Since 2021, the UK has invited stakeholders to apply for suspensions on three previous occasions, resulting in over 300 measures being introduced which have delivered benefits across many sectors.
- Applicants have the opportunity to submit a completed duty suspension request form, which is accessible on the duty suspensions and autonomous tariff quotas GOV.UK page. Further information can be found on GOV.UK, including a guidance pack which provides a step-by-step guide on how to fill out an application, details of the programme’s assessment criteria, and background on the UK’s duty suspensions regime.
- You can contact tariffsuspensions@businessandtrade.gov.uk if you have any questions.
