Centralised Clearance for Import

Centralised clearance is a simplified procedure under Article 179 UCC enabling an economic operator to lodge import customs declarations at the customs office of their establishment, even when goods physically arrive in another EU Member State. This eliminates the need for customs representatives in each country of entry.

Use requires authorisation from the customs authority of the operator's Member State, after consultation with the Member State of goods presentation. AEO-C status or equivalent criteria are required. Centralised clearance is a key element of EU customs modernisation, enabling companies with multiple EU import points to centralise operations.