Centralised Clearance in the Netherlands: Delayed, but moving forward

Why the delay? The introduction of the Digital Dossier

One key reason is the introduction of the Digital Dossier within the Dutch declaration systems DMS and DECO. This new feature will allow businesses to exchange trade documents and other supporting files digitally through DMS, instead of via email. This greatly improves Customs’ control processes and the traceability of documentation.

The timeline:

• May 2026 → Launch of the Digital Dossier (mandatory for all DMS declarants)
• July 2026 → Expected go-live of Centralised Clearance Imports (CCI)

What does this mean for your organization?

Starting February 1, 2026, Dutch Customs will begin processing CCI permit applications. The processing period is 120 days. To help businesses prepare, Customs has already published a list of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):

➡️ Check out the latest Customs updates on Centralised Clearance

In other EU member states, such as Belgium and Sweden (as of October 15, 2025), Centralised Clearance is already available.

➡️ Read more about the EU-wide progress on Centralised Clearance

More time = more opportunity

The delay in the Netherlands actually gives businesses a valuable advantage: more time to prepare thoroughly. Now is the perfect moment to ready your internal processes, data, and IT structure for the transition to centralized and automated customs declarations.

At Pincvision, we help organizations with:
✅ Obtaining and implementing CCI permits
✅ Setting up automated customs processes in DMS, ready for Centralised Clearance
✅ Seamless data exchange between internal business systems and Customs
✅ Data flow validation
✅ Customs expertise to ensure compliance in an evolving EU customs landscape

Ready for the next step in Centralised Clearance?

Prepare your organization today for Centralised Clearance from the Netherlands, Belgium, and/or Germany. Our Customs Experts are ready to assist you every step of the way. From permit application to implementation and a smooth-running declaration process.

Don’t let customs slow down your growth. Schedule a meeting with one of our experts or submit your question via the form below. We’ll be in touch soon.