Apply for Designated Export Place approval Find out how to apply to operate a Designated Export Place (DEP) to clear goods inland at an approved premises before moving goods to an air or sea port. From: A Designated Export Place ( DEP) is a place approved by HMRC, where export consignments can be consolidated and presented to customs inland for clearance. This allows customs checks to be completed on goods before they’re removed to the port or airport for export. Normal processes will still apply at the port or airport including presentation of goods and departure. You’ll find a