Developments in Certex at Dutch Customs
The Dutch Customs Authorities are continuing the rollout of the Certex system, further advancing the digitalisation of import control processes.
New rules of origin from 2027
The EU’s Generalised Scheme of Preferences (GSP) will change significantly from 1 January 2027. While the overall structure remains in place, the system will become stricter.
EU–Mercosur trade agreement now applies
Since 1 May 2026, the EU–Mercosur Interim Trade Agreement (iTA) has been provisionally applied, marking an important milestone in trade relations between the European Union and the Mercosur countries: Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay and Uruguay
Excise guarantee threshold increased to €5,000
Dutch Customs has increased the financial guarantee threshold for certain excise authorisations from €2,000 to €5,000.
New EU GSP scheme approved
The European Union has taken a significant step in its trade policy with the approval of the renewed Generalised Scheme of Preferences (GSP).
EU significantly tightens steel import rules
The European Union will introduce significant changes to its steel import regime from July 1, 2026. These new measures are designed to provide stronger protection for the European steel industry.
First CBAM certificate price published in April
The implementation of the European Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) has reached another key milestone. On 7 April 2026, the European Commission published the first CBAM certificate price for Q1 2026.
AES–NCTS Phase 6 link from 16 May 2026
On 16 May 2026, the Automated Export System (AES) will be linked to the New Computerised Transit System (NCTS) as part of the EU customs modernisation programme.
EU-Australia Trade Agreement: new opportunities for international business
After eight years of negotiations, the European Union and Australia have reached a Free Trade Agreement (FTA). This agreement marks an important step in strengthening international trade relations.
Update Rotterdam Regulation: CERTEX postponed
The previously announced changes to the Rotterdam Regulation and the implementation of CERTEX have been revised. Dutch Customs has confirmed that the planned implementation on 1 April 2026 will not take place.