The Channel Islands (Jersey, Guernsey) are Crown Dependencies, not part of the United Kingdom. They are outside the UK for VAT but in a customs union with the UK, and from the EU perspective they are third territory, so customs formalities apply. Delivery usually runs through Great Britain and onward by ferry.
What to know
- Status - Crown Dependencies, outside the UK for VAT, in a customs union with the UK.
- From the EU perspective - third territory, with customs formalities.
- Route - usually through GB and onward by ferry to the islands.
A Crown Dependency is a territory under the British Crown but not part of the United Kingdom or the EU, with its own tax and customs status.
We confirm status details individually per order. See destinations and customs clearance. General information, not legal advice.
