FAQs

Customs clearance is generally required when goods are imported from outside the European Union, including goods arriving from Great Britain.

The most typical documents include:

• Commercial invoice clearly stating the commodity code (HTS/HS/TARIC), country of origin, if subject to a preferential agreement, the required statement shown
• Packing list showing gross and net weights
• Bill of lading, air waybill, CMR
• EORI number

An EORI (Economic Operators Registration and Identification) number is required for businesses importing or exporting goods into or out of the EU. It is issued by the Revenue Commissioners.

Yes, imports from outside the EU may be subject to.

• Custom duty
• Customs VAT – this can be postponed if you are registered for postponed VAT
• Excise duty – goods such as alcohol, tobacco, oil

Generally 1-3 hours for a standard declaration. This varies dependent on documentation supplied and if customs wish to inspect the documents and/or goods.

If this is the first time we are clearing goods on your behalf, we will require a direct representation form to be completed. Once received, it will be held on file and we won’t need to ask for it again.

Certain types of imports will require additional documents, e.g. foodstuff, including rice, fish, etc., vehicles and may require inspection by other government agencies, HSE, DAFM, etc.

Our AEO-accredited customs process helps reduce clearance delays, improve compliance confidence, and move shipments faster through Irish customs.

AEO accreditation stands for Authorized Economic Operator.

It is an internationally recognised customs accreditation issued by a national customs authority (in the EU, by the relevant customs administration under EU customs rules).

AEO status is given to businesses involved in international trade that demonstrate:

• Strong customs compliance
• Reliable record keeping
• Financial solvency
• Secure supply-chain procedures
• Appropriate operational controls