The EU Customs Reform has entered into force, marking the start of a better, smarter and simpler customs system across the EU. Following formal adoption by the Council of the European Union and European Parliament, the reform was published in the Official Journal last Saturday and will be gradually implemented as from today.

The Reform will modernise the EU customs system, by making it more digital, data-driven and responsive to the growing challenges of international trade. This will support EU customs to address, evolving geopolitical risks, the rapid expansion of e-commerce, and the increasing demand for consumer protection. At the core of the reform lies a modernised Union Customs Code and the establishment of the EU Customs Authority.

In an increasing complex geopolitical environment, Europe needs a Customs Union fit for today’s world. The Customs Reform is therefore not simply a technical update - it is a strategic imperative to safeguard our Single Market, strengthen Europe’s competitiveness and economic security, and better protect our citizens. Building on a single-entry point for all customs operations and powered by an EU risk management capacity, we ensure that the Customs Union finally assesses and acts as one at the border.

Said the Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security, Maroš Šefčovič.

More information is available online in the press release.