GVMS (Goods Vehicle Movement Service) is the UK system that links declaration references into a single goods movement record so vehicles can travel through roll-on roll-off ports.
What does GVMS stand for?
GVMS stands for Goods Vehicle Movement Service. It supports the pre-lodgement model used at many RoRo locations.
Who uses GVMS?
Hauliers and logistics operators create a Goods Movement Reference (GMR) that bundles the declaration references for everything on the vehicle.
How it relates to classification
GVMS moves the vehicle; the declarations behind each GMR still rely on correct commodity codes for duty and controls.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
A Goods Movement Reference — the single reference that links all declarations for a vehicle in GVMS.
No — it is used at ports operating the pre-lodgement model.