Registration for leaving or entering the UK

Here’s a summary of how to fill out the C1331 form and how to use the sPCR (single Pleasure Craft Report Service) for reporting your arrival and departure to and from the UK:

1. C1331 Form (Manual reporting method)

The C1331 is a form provided by HMRC that you must complete if you’re entering or leaving the UK by pleasure craft and not using the online system.

How to Fill It Out:

• Vessel Details: Name, registration number, type, and flag.
• Voyage Information: Date and time of departure/arrival, port of origin/destination, and purpose of the trip.
• Skipper and Crew Details: Full names, DOBs, nationalities, passport details, and addresses.
• Passengers: Same as above for any non-crew passengers.
• Goods Declaration: Declare any restricted or dutiable goods, including firearms, cash over €10,000, and alcohol or tobacco over personal allowance.

How to Submit:

• Email the completed form to: pleasurecraft.reporting@homeoffice.gov.uk
• Or, if offline, hand it to a Border Force officer or post it to your local HMRC National Yachtline.

You can download the C1331 form here or from the GOV.UK website.

2. sPCR – Single Pleasure Craft Report Service (Online method)

The sPCR is the UK government’s online portal for making pleasure craft reports, launched to simplify and digitize the reporting process.

How to Use It:

1. Register and Log In:

• Access the sPCR at https://www.spcr.homeoffice.gov.uk
• You’ll need to create an account the first time.

3. Create a Report:

• Add your vessel details.
• Input journey specifics (departure/arrival port, ETA/ETD, route).
• Add all people on board (passengers, crew, and skipper).
• Declare any relevant goods.

4. Submit:

• Submit the report before departure or upon arrival (as early as possible).
• You will receive confirmation and a reference number.