Everything for healthcare Since the outbreak of the Covid-19 pandemic, Customs has done everything possible to ensure the smooth running of the import of personal protective equipment. Three specialists tell us all about it.
Leniency for entrepreneurs in the time of corona At the very beginning of the corona crisis, Customs came up with special arrangements for import and export companies. These market players’ wishes and requirements were listened to carefully.
The do’s and don’ts with online purchases To make consumers more aware of their online ordering behaviour, Customs launched an information campaign this autumn. Key principle: we help, you check.
London calling In the run-up to Brexit, Rick Ligthart took on the role of temporary customs liaison officer in London. From the beginning of 2021 onwards, Customs will have a Permanent Representation in the UK.
Proper valuation is invaluable What exactly is the value of goods entering the EU? – that is a key question in the work of Customs. And a tricky question it is too, according to the members of the National Valuation Team.
Sharp focus on the right tariff Classifying goods in the correct customs tariff is important, but not always easy – the experts of the National Binding Tariff Information Unit know all about that.
When it comes to origin Doubts about the origin of goods shipments? That’s where the National Origin Section comes in. Jasper Muhlenbaumer and Roxanne de Vries on a sometimes complex aspect of customs work.
Can you guarantee that? A company must provide a guarantee in all cases where a customs debt may be incurred. According to the members of the National Guarantees Unit, there is more to this than meets the eye.
The match between departure and destination If goods have arrived in conformity, the corresponding customs declaration must be discharged. This is a process that does not always run as smoothly as it could. That’s where the Central Clearing Office often comes into action.
