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Updates: Customs authorisations

2026

14 January 2026 published amendments

Pre application

Word changed in the first paragraph from 'three' to 'ten', under the 'Conditions of Authorisation by declaration' section.

2025

30 April 2025 published amendments

Purpose of this handbook

New section added.

Customs authorisation

New section added.

Pre application

New section added.

Applying for customs authorisations

New section added.

Initial assessments — authorisation criteria

New section added.

Guarantee requirement

New section added.

Authorisation considerations and processes

New section added.

Managing and control of authorisations

New section added.

Right to be heard (RTBH)

New section added.

Reviews and appeals

New section added.

Renewal of authorisations

New section added.

Applying for a new facilitation or location

New section added.

Legal framework

New section added.

Guide to completing application

New section added.

Process map

New section added.