Frequently Asked Questions – UK Civil Penalties for Clandestine Entrants
1️⃣ How much is the UK fine for carrying illegal immigrants in a lorry?
Penalty can reach £10,000 per clandestine entrant under the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999.
2️⃣ What is an IS11 civil penalty notice?
An IS11 Notice is issued by UK Border Force when a civil penalty is imposed for carrying clandestine entrants or failing to secure a vehicle.
3️⃣ How long do I have to object to a UK civil penalty?
You must submit a written objection within 28 days of the date of the penalty notice.
4️⃣ Can the penalty be reduced?
Yes. Reductions may be available depending on compliance history, documentation and accreditation status.
5️⃣ Can both the driver and the company be fined?
Yes. Separate penalties may be issued to drivers and operators.
6️⃣ Can CCTV replace physical vehicle checks?
No. CCTV does not replace the requirement for physical internal checks.
7️⃣ What happens if the penalty is not paid?
The penalty becomes enforceable and any vehicle of the operator may be detained.
8️⃣ Can I apply for accreditation if I already had incidents?
Yes. Previous incidents do not automatically prevent application, but outstanding penalties must be paid.
Penalty can reach £10,000 per clandestine entrant under the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999.
2️⃣ What is an IS11 civil penalty notice?
An IS11 Notice is issued by UK Border Force when a civil penalty is imposed for carrying clandestine entrants or failing to secure a vehicle.
3️⃣ How long do I have to object to a UK civil penalty?
You must submit a written objection within 28 days of the date of the penalty notice.
4️⃣ Can the penalty be reduced?
Yes. Reductions may be available depending on compliance history, documentation and accreditation status.
5️⃣ Can both the driver and the company be fined?
Yes. Separate penalties may be issued to drivers and operators.
6️⃣ Can CCTV replace physical vehicle checks?
No. CCTV does not replace the requirement for physical internal checks.
7️⃣ What happens if the penalty is not paid?
The penalty becomes enforceable and any vehicle of the operator may be detained.
8️⃣ Can I apply for accreditation if I already had incidents?
Yes. Previous incidents do not automatically prevent application, but outstanding penalties must be paid.