Kati Fortino

We get your processes from A to B. Repairing broken processes or preparing for big changes can require outside help. Our consultant, Jens Stevens, explains about interim strategic customs support in this article.

To bring tangible benefits to the Ukrainians, the EU has pledged to assist and support them in their democratic reforms. This aid covers customs reform and critical areas like corruption, energy, and trade. To enable this, Ukraine and the European Union signed an Association Agreement in 2014.

In our series #WeAreCustomsSupport, you will meet the people behind Customs Support. We value our colleagues and the work they do. In this series, we will interview the people who are always ready to assist you with your customs-related needs in foreign trade. Next up in this series is Mikael Eriksson, Managing Director of our Sweden organisation.

The label says Made in China, so determining the origin for customs purposes is easy, right? Wrong! Determining the origin of your goods is much more complicated than you might think. It is also essential, as the origin of your goods can affect the duty amount you have to pay or even whether you are allowed to export or import your goods. 

Customs Support, the #1 neutral and digital partner for customs declarations in Europe, announces the acquisition of SA-TU Logistics Oy. The commitment of Customs Support to being in close presence to its clients is hereby strengthened. This acquisition marks Customs Support’s ambition to become the leading customs partner for clients across Europe.

There are two important agreements between the EU and Turkey. One is the EU-Turkey Customs Union, which covers mainly industrial products. Steel, coal, and most agricultural products are covered by another: the free trade agreement between the EU and Turkey.