Passar
Passar is the FOCBS's new goods traffic system for the digital processing of customs procedures. Since June 2023, Passar has been gradually introduced and replaces the freight applications NCTS and e-dec.
Passar 1.0 has been in operation since 1 June 2023. Transit is now processed entirely in Passar. The current focus is on the changeover for exports. The system extension to imports (Passar 2.0) and the digitalisation of monitored procedures and paper forms (Passar 3.0) will be carried out from 2026 onwards.
Changeover to Passar for exports
The FOCBS and the business community have agreed to replace e-dec Export with Passar by 31 December 2025. In order to plan for this step, exporting companies should contact their customs clearance software provider.
Passar: technical information
Passar 1.0 includes new features for transit and export, implementing the new EU reporting format for transits. Requires one-time registration in the ePortal for access.
Roadmap Passar 2.0/3.0
The Passar roadmap, as of 23 September 2024, outlines the timeline for the complete replacement of the e-dec application with Passar and the digitalisation of customs procedures. The goal is a gradual implementation by 2027, including the rollout of Passar 2.0 for imports and Passar 3.0 for monitored procedures. Further information can be found through our communication channels.
Passar 2.0: BP ID to replace the CSP account
Starting in 2026, the existing CSP accounts will be replaced by the business partner ID (BP ID). Companies need to register as business partners in the ePortal to use digital services for goods traffic. This change is aimed at streamlining imports and facilitating document retrieval.