Description

This training provides participants with an in-depth understanding of the various customs regimes and associated procedures for import and export operations. It aims to master the legal and fiscal implications of customs operations, learn how to manage required documents, and use digital tools to optimize customs procedures. Participants will also be made aware of best practices regarding compliance and dispute management to ensure effective handling of international logistics flows in accordance with customs regulations.

Who is this training for ?

For whom ?

• Logistics and international trade professionals.
• Customs officers and agents.
• Import/export managers.
• Anyone seeking to deepen their knowledge of customs procedures and regime management.

Prerequisites

• Basic knowledge of international trade and logistics.
• Familiarity with administrative and financial management is a plus.

Training objectives

Understand and master the different customs regimes applicable to import and export operations (suspensive regimes, transit, destination, etc

)

Know how to draft, manage, and optimize customs documentation necessary for declaration and clearance

Apply best practices to manage disputes and ensure compliance with customs regulations while optimizing logistics flows

Training program

• Introduction to Customs Regimes
  • Overview of customs regimes.
  • Suspensive regime: principles and applications.
  • Transit regime and community transit.
  • Destination regime and special regimes
  • Case studies and practical examples.
• Legal and Fiscal Implications
  • Legal obligations related to customs regimes.
  • Customs duties and taxation: calculation and impact.
  • Responsibilities and penalties in case of non-compliance.
• Management of Customs Documents
  • Drafting and managing import and export declarations.
  • Certificates of origin, commercial invoices, transport documents.
  • Use of electronic documents and digital signatures.
• Step-by-Step Customs Procedures
  • Key stages of import/export procedures.
  • Declaration submission, control, clearance.
  • Handling anomalies and disputes.
• Digital Tools and Customs Platforms
  • Overview of customs management software
  • Traceability and online tracking of goods.
  • Optimizing procedures via digital platforms.
• Dispute Management and Compliance
  • Identification and handling of customs disputes.
  • Resolving issues related to delays and errors.
  • Risk prevention and management of financial penalties.