Import and export customs clearance: your formalities handled without hold-ups
Import and export customs clearance: declarations, tariff classification, origin documents, transit and ATA Carnets, so your goods cross the border without delay.
Customs: a step to plan ahead
A wrong tariff code, an incomplete invoice or a missing certificate is enough to hold up a shipment. We check your file before departure, prepare the declarations and follow the customs process through to release. You know in advance what duties and taxes to expect and avoid demurrage and storage charges.
Exporting outside the European Union
On export, the declaration proves that the goods have left EU territory and supports the VAT exemption on your sale. We prepare the export document, the proofs of origin requested by your customer and, where needed, licences specific to certain products.
- Export declaration (EX-A)
- EUR.1 and certificate of origin
- Licences and dual-use goods
Importing and releasing goods for free circulation
On arrival, goods must be declared, classified and taxed before delivery. We determine the HS code, calculate customs duties and import VAT, and apply any preferential agreements that reduce the bill. You are notified if an inspection takes place.
- Tariff classification (HS codes)
- Duties, taxes and import VAT
- Preferential origin
- Inspections and release
Customs clearance
Customs transit
T1 document to move non-cleared goods to their office of destination.
Temporary admission
ATA Carnets for trade fairs, professional equipment or samples that will return after use.
Special procedures
Customs warehousing, inward or outward processing: advice on the most suitable procedure.
Specific declarations
Artworks, cultural goods, products subject to authorisation: requirements checked in advance.
| Document | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Commercial invoice | Basis for calculating duties and taxes |
| Packing list | Details of contents, weights and dimensions |
| EX-A | Proof of exit from the EU and VAT exemption |
| T1 | Customs transit to the office of destination |
| EUR.1 | Preferential origin, reduced duties on arrival |
| Certificate of origin | Proves the country of manufacture |
| ATA Carnet | Temporary export free of duties and taxes |
FAQ
What is an HS code?
It is the international classification code for a product. It determines the duty rate, any restrictions and the documents to be provided.
Who pays import duties and taxes?
It depends on the Incoterm agreed between seller and buyer. Under DDP, the seller pays them; in most other cases, it is the buyer.
Can you clear goods shipped by another provider?
Yes. Send us the transport documents and the invoice: we will take care of the formalities.
A customs formality to sort out?
Send us your invoice and a description of the products: we will tell you which documents and costs to expect.