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20/12/2023
The EU imposes 12th round of sanctions against Russia
The sanctions against Russia so far (since 2014) Although the large-scale conflict between Russia and Ukraine has come into the international spotlight since major military action in February 2022, it has been ongoing since March 2014. As the conflict has escalated, the EU has introduced …
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27/4/2023
Transit Documents: What Do I Need?
Transit Documents If you want to postpone the payment of duties and taxes and first transport your goods to their destination, you need transit documents. There are two types of transit documents: T1 Document This is a transport document needed if you want to transport goods from outside the …
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31/7/2020
What is an EORI number and why do I need one?
What is an EORI number? Since the United Kingdom left the European Union UK EORI numbers are no longer be valid in the European Union. Per January 1st 2021 there will be two types of EORI numbers. An EU EORI number and a UK EORI number. An EU EORI number is a European Union registration and …
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14/6/2022
The History of the Dutch Customs Authority
Convooien and Licenten The Dutch word for Customs is Douane. The origin of this word can be found in Latin, where the word doane means toll building. The Customs Authority is the oldest governmental agency in the Netherlands. On 14 June 1597, a resolution by the Staten Generaal, which was what …
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1/7/2024
EU extends sanctions against Belarus
What’s new with the EU sanctions against Belarus? This latest extension includes new controls on: Dual-use goods and technologies Luxury items, including diamonds and gold, which originate in Belarus – as well as the services associated with them. Goods and technologies needed for oil refining. The …
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2/2/2022
What Types of Authorised Economic Operator Licences Are There?
But, did you know that there is more than 1 type of AEO license, depending on how you trade? In the European Union there are 2 types of AEO licences to apply for: Customs Simplifications (AEOC) The Authorised Economic Operator C (AEOC) license is issued to businesses that prove customs compliance, …
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27/2/2023
Alternative Pan-Euro-Mediterranean (PEM) rules for origin expands
What is the Pan-Euro-Mediterranean (PEM) agreement? The Pan-Euro-Mediterranean (PEM) convention aims to increase trade between the European Union and other countries who are entered into the PEM partnership by making the rules of origin more flexible and business-friendly. The idea for this …
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6/10/2022
Spotlight on: Waterford
But how much does the Port of Waterford contribute to Irish supply chains? Find out in this article. The Port of Waterford The Port of Waterford manages significant volumes of cargo every year, including: More than 50,000 TEUs (twenty-foot-equivalent units). Over 1,660,000 tonnes of bulk products. …
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24/11/2022
3D Printing: The Future of Trade?
Businesses selling plastic goods have been able to leverage this, removing the costs and timelines of importing and instead choosing to print in their office or local workshop. But what are the limits of 3D printing, and how could progression in this industry relate to customs? Find out in this …