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General information and documents relating to cross-border goods traffic.
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E-dec / Passar – Parallel phase export completed
Exception requests for extended use of E-dec Export will no longer be accepted.The following options are now available for registering exports:• Passar Export (standard, with API connection) • E-dec Web (web application) • Commissioning a customs clearance service provider (e.g. freight forwarder)
Origin: Free Trade Agreement EFTA-India
QR code mandatory for certificates of origin from India
Planned System Downtime on Sunday, 24 August 2025 (09:00 – 13:00)
Dear Sir or Madam On Sunday, 24 August 2025, the CCN (Common Communication Network) will undergo scheduled maintenance work and a system switchover.Downtime period:🕘 24.08.2025, 09:00 – 13:00 Affected systems:• PASSAR• REX During this time, no international message exchange will be possible. In particular, this affects:• The transmission of messages to TAXUD • The initiation of international transit (e.g. when activating the ZV at domicile) Please take this downtime into account in your planning.Thank you for your understanding.Kind regards Service Desk BAZG
FOCBS - Update on the transition to NCTS Phase 5 – Completion of corrective measures
. Dear Sir or Madam, Since January 22, 2025, we have been continuously analyzing and addressing technical challenges related to the Europe-wide transition to NCTS Phase 5 on January 21, 2025. The majority of the initially identified issues have now been fully resolved. A few remaining minor cases have been analyzed and will be addressed shortly. Given this progress, there are no longer any significant restrictions. Consequently, the use of the contingency procedure is now discontinued with immediate effect. We appreciate your support during this transition phase. Should you require further information, please do not hesitate to contact us. Best regards,
The new guide to spirits advertising is here
The 2019 advertising guide has been thoroughly revised, to make the document more user-friendly. Where possible, grey areas have been minimised to simplify practical application. The aim is to enable users to decide independently whether an advertisement is compliant with the law.