essenscia Customs Academy

Session 1 : Introduction customs & supply chain VAT

Programme :

• When are we dealing with customs and VAT ?
• Legislation and useful sources – online tools
• Basic customs concepts: import, export, customs status, tariff elements, declarations, identification and representation, etc.
• Basic VAT concepts: import VAT, export requirements, intra-community supplies, stock movements, etc.

This session will be followed by lunch. If you do not wish to join the lunch, please indicate this in the « Comments » field.

Session 2 : How are import duties calculated?

Programme :

• Product classification and commodity codes
• Customs origin (preferential and non-preferential)
• Customs valuation

Session 3 : How can we save on import duties?

Programme :

• Tariff engineering
• Use of free trade agreements
• Tariff suspension/quota
• Returning goods relief
• Customs special procedures
• Temporary admission

Session 4 : Customs compliance, with a focus on declarations, brokers and technology & automation

Programme :

• Customs declaration
• Broker management
• Technology, automation and self-filing

Session 5 : Customs risks and how to deal with them. Setting up a compliant customs position

Programme :

• Fines, liabilities and sanctions
• How to setup an intern due diligence and control process
• AEO – why and how
• Industry experience and best practices; a testimonial

This session will be followed by a networking drink.