The new DELTA IE customs clearance online service, which will replace the current DELTA G and DELTA X, will mark the end of customs declarations on the SAD (Single Administrative Document) form.
From November 2024, importing companies will be required to use the Delta I/E electronic procedure for their customs declarations, thus putting an end to the paper Single Administrative Document (SAD). A transitional period of 6 months (until May 2025) is nevertheless planned in order to give stakeholders time to adapt and familiarise themselves. This new procedure, provided for by the Union Customs Code (UCC), is more comprehensive & digital it aims to simplify and speed up customs formalities.
What are the main changes related to the end of the SAD?
- Total dematerialization: The paper SAD disappears in favor of a more detailed electronic form (120 fields instead of 56).
- Mandatory presentation notification: Companies will have to inform customs of the arrival of goods at their destination.
- A new designation: Customs declarations will be designated by codes (H1, B1. As regards the declaration for imports with an intrinsic value not exceeding 150 euros, it remains called H7).
- Integrations with PNTS: Delta IE will be integrated into the PNTS system (DGDDI service), which manages the formalities related to the presentation of goods and temporary storage.
- Extension of deadlines: More time to rectify or invalidate declarations.
- Simplification of customs clearance relationships: A single relationship replaces the multiple previous relationships.
Since the new customs declaration is dematerialized, would it be possible to edit it?
A PDF format (and therefore printable) is provided by French customs. However, this document will not have any legal value. Furthermore, the European Union has not provided a harmonised form to the Member States, thus leaving the Member State free to structure its document as it wishes.
What is the timeline for implementing the Delta/IE procedure?
- For imports: Commissioning will begin in November 2024, with a transition period until May 2025.
- For exports: Commissioning is planned for late 2025 or early 2026.
This development is part of a global approach to digitalize customs aimed at facilitating trade and strengthening security.
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