Admission Temporaire
A customs procedure allowing goods to enter a customs territory for a specific purpose and period without payment of import duties or taxes, subject to re-exportation under the same condition.
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Ajustement de la Valeur
An official modification to the customs value of goods declared for import, reflecting post-transaction elements (such as assists, royalties, or rebates), calculated per WTO Customs Valuation Agreement and applied to determine applicable duties and taxes on transport documents.
View termAnnulation de caution
The formal termination of a customs or surety bond upon fulfillment of all obligations, such as duty payments or successful completion of transit or warehouse operations.
View termAtténuation de Pénalité
A formal process by which importers or exporters seek reduction or cancellation of penalties assessed by customs for regulatory violations, substantiated by evidence of due diligence or corrective actions, as per customs enforcement protocols.
View termAudit de Conformité
A systematic examination of records, procedures, and activities to ensure that customs and trade regulations are properly followed by companies or shipments.
View termAvertissement de conformité
An official notice issued by customs, trade, or regulatory authorities to indicate a detected non-conformity or risk of violation in logistics documentation or operational procedures.
View termAvis de liquidation
An official customs notification issued to an importer or broker, confirming the final calculation, assessment, and closure of duties and taxes for a specific customs entry, signifying completion of post-entry review as per regulatory requirements.
View termAvis d’exécution
An official notification issued by customs or regulatory authorities indicating a violation, enforcement action, or compliance requirement, often with legal consequences.
View termClassement Tarifaire
Assignment of imported/exported goods to the appropriate tariff code, as per the Harmonized System (HS) or local customs nomenclature, to determine applicable duties and taxes.
View termConservation légale
A mandatory order to preserve transport documents, shipping records, and customs files due to ongoing or anticipated legal, regulatory, or audit proceedings in logistics operations.
View termContrôle a posteriori
A formal review and examination of customs entries, shipping documentation, or trade records conducted after goods have been cleared, typically by customs authorities, to verify compliance and proper payment of duties/taxes.
View termContrôle de gouvernance
A formal review of compliance, control processes, and regulatory adherence for shipping, customs documentation, and trade operations, ensuring all transport documents and IDs meet authority requirements.
View termContrôle des Licences
The process by which customs or regulatory authorities examine and validate import/export licenses or permits for controlled goods prior to customs clearance.
View termContrôle documentaire
The verification and review of shipping, customs, or trade documents by authorities to confirm their authenticity, accuracy, and compliance before release or clearance of goods.
View termContrôle d’entrepôt
Supervision, management, and monitoring of goods, movements, and processes within customs or bonded warehouses, ensuring compliance with regulatory and inventory standards.
View termCouloir sécurisé
A controlled transport route or area with heightened security measures, established for high-value, sensitive, or regulated cargo moving between customs-controlled zones.
View termCouloir vert
A customs clearance lane designated for passengers or shipments with goods that are declared as duty-free and not subject to restrictions, typically requiring no formal inspection.
View termDemande de dispense
A formal application to customs or regulatory authorities requesting the exemption or relief from specific statutory requirements, fees, or penalties.
View termDemande de décision anticipée
A formal application to customs authorities seeking an official interpretation or decision on tariff classification, origin, or valuation for specific goods.
View termDemande de Préférence
A formal request by an importer or exporter to obtain preferential tariff treatment for goods under a trade agreement, typically supported by a certificate of origin or declaration.
View termDemande de Remboursement
A formal request submitted to customs authorities or carriers for repayment of duties, taxes, or fees that were overpaid, double-paid, or not applicable, as per the import/export regulations and transport documents.
View termDemande d’expédition
A formal request or system entry seeking status, location, or documentation details of a shipment within customs or logistics platforms.
View termDispense de Garantie
A formal customs authorization releasing a trader from the obligation to provide a financial guarantee for certain transit or suspensive regimes, based on compliance records.
View termDécision Anticipée
An official decision issued by customs authorities before importation, providing legally binding classification, valuation, or origin information for specific goods.
View termDédouanement à l’Exportation
The process of obtaining official permission from customs authorities for goods to leave the country of export, following verification of compliance with export controls and submission of all required documents.
View termDédouanement à l’Importation
The formal process by which imported goods are authorized for entry into a country after compliance with all customs requirements, payment of duties, and submission of necessary documentation.
View termDélivrance de Permis
The granting of official permission by a regulatory or customs authority to import or export specific goods subject to controls, quotas, or special requirements.
View termDépôt en douane
The formal submission of required documentation and data to customs authorities for the clearance, import, or export of goods, as mandated by law or regulation.
View termEntreposage Sous Douane
A designated warehouse or storage facility under customs control, where imported goods may be stored without payment of duties and taxes until they are cleared for consumption or re-exported.
View termExamen d'entrée
A detailed examination of customs entry submissions to verify the accuracy of information, classification, valuation, and compliance before goods are released.
View termExamen de la déclaration
A systematic assessment of submitted customs declarations and supporting documents to verify accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance before clearance or release of goods.
View termExamen des marchandises
The physical inspection or testing of cargo by customs or border authorities to ensure contents match declaration and meet regulatory, safety, or security standards.
View termExonération de Droits de Douane
A regulatory provision allowing certain goods or shipments to be imported without payment of customs duties, subject to specific conditions and legal grounds.
View termFile d’attente de dédouanement
A list or sequence of shipments or declarations awaiting customs clearance, managed in order of arrival or risk profile.
View termGarantie de Transit
A financial security required by customs authorities to cover potential duties and taxes during the movement of goods under transit procedures.
View termGestion des Quotas
The process of monitoring and administering quantitative restrictions or limits on the import or export of certain goods, as set by trade agreements or national policies.
View termInformation Tarifaire Contraignante
A legally binding decision by customs authorities determining the tariff classification of goods for import/export, usually in the form of a Binding Tariff Information (BTI) ruling.
View termIngénierie Tarifaire
A legal process whereby importers structure products or shipments to lawfully benefit from lower customs duty rates by classifying goods under specific tariff codes, per WCO and national customs law.
View termInspection physique
Direct visual and/or manual examination of goods, packages, or containers by customs officers to verify declared contents and regulatory compliance.
View termLibération de la garantie
Official discharge of a financial or customs guarantee after successful completion of obligations, such as clearance, transit, or storage under customs supervision.
View termLicence de commissionnaire en douane
A government-issued authorization allowing a person or company to act as a customs broker, facilitating import/export clearance and ensuring regulatory compliance.
View termLiquidation des Droits de Douane
The official process of calculating and determining the amount of customs duty, taxes, and charges applicable to imported or exported goods based on their tariff classification, declared value, and origin.
View termMainlevée immédiate
A customs procedure allowing the prompt release of goods upon arrival and preliminary assessment, often before the final determination of duties, under authorized programs.
View termManuel de conformité
An official handbook or document detailing regulations, standard operating procedures, and compliance requirements for customs brokers, freight forwarders, or trade practitioners.
View termMéthode de Valeur en Douane
A standardized procedure recognized by the WTO Customs Valuation Agreement for determining the customs value of imported goods, affecting duty calculation and clearance.
View termNotification préalable
An advance notice submitted to customs or relevant authorities before the arrival or export of goods, required for certain regulated shipments as a compliance or security measure.
View termOpérateur Agréé
A legal status awarded to companies who meet strict customs compliance and security standards, allowing for simplified or priority customs procedures, per WCO SAFE Framework and national AEO schemes.
View termOpérateur Fiable
A status granted to importers or exporters who demonstrate consistently high levels of customs compliance and risk management, qualifying them for simplified or expedited customs procedures as officially recognized in national and WCO programs.
View termOrdre d'exclusion
A legal order issued by a customs or trade authority prohibiting the entry or import of specified goods, often due to violation of laws or intellectual property rights.
View termOrdre d’échantillonnage
An official customs instruction to collect representative samples from shipments for laboratory analysis, quality control, or verification of compliance.
View termOrigine contraignante
An official, binding customs decision on the country of origin of goods, used for determining preferential treatment, duties, or trade agreements.
View termPiste d'audit
A documented and verifiable chronological record of all actions, transactions, and communications related to customs clearance and regulatory compliance for a shipment.
View termPoste d’inspection
A designated area at customs facilities where shipments or baggage are physically examined for compliance with regulations and declaration accuracy.
View termProfilage de Risque
A systematic customs compliance process analyzing shipment, trader, or transaction data to assess the likelihood of regulatory violations, security threats, or fraud.
View termProgramme de Conformité
A formal internal framework established by importers, exporters, or logistics providers to ensure adherence to all customs, trade, and regulatory requirements, including regular audits, recordkeeping, and employee training as recognized by customs authorities.
View termRecours contre pénalité
A formal request to customs or regulatory authorities to review and potentially overturn a financial penalty issued for violations in shipping, documentation, or compliance.
View termRecours sur la Valeur
A formal request submitted by an importer to customs authorities to contest the determined customs value of imported goods, invoking review under national law and WTO Valuation Agreement, typically referenced in official customs documentation.
View termRecours Tarifaire
A formal process in which importers contest the customs duty rate or tariff classification assigned to goods by customs, invoking review procedures per WCO guidelines and national customs law, referenced in import declarations.
View termRecouvrement des coûts
The process by which customs or service providers recoup expenses incurred during customs processing, enforcement actions, or provision of logistics services.
View termRecouvrement d’amende
The process by which customs or regulatory authorities recover monetary penalties assessed for violations of trade, import, or export regulations.
View termRegistre du transitaire
A formal log or file maintained by licensed customs brokers documenting all transactions, declarations, and correspondence for compliance and audit purposes.
View termReport de droits
A regulatory program that allows importers to postpone payment of customs duties and taxes for a specified period, subject to conditions.
View termRégime de drawback
A customs program allowing for the refund of duties and taxes paid on imported goods that are subsequently exported or used in manufacturing exported products.
View termRégime Suspensif
A customs arrangement permitting the suspension of duties, taxes, or trade policy measures while goods are under specific procedures such as transit, inward processing, or temporary storage.
View termRétention des données
The regulated storage period for transport, customs, and trade documentation, as set by customs authorities, regulatory bodies, or contractual obligations.
View termRévision du drawback
An official examination of refund claims on duties and taxes paid for imported goods that are subsequently exported, as permitted by customs regulations.
View termSuivi du transit
Continuous tracking and verification of goods during international or domestic movement under customs transit procedures, ensuring adherence to route, timing, and compliance conditions.
View termSystème harmonisé
An international standardized system for classifying traded goods, managed by the World Customs Organization (WCO), forming the basis for tariff schedules and customs regulations worldwide.
View termTarif douanier
An official list of duties, taxes, or tariffs levied by a country on imported or exported goods, arranged by commodity code and rate, as published and maintained by customs authorities or under trade agreements.
View termValeur en Douane
The procedure for determining the customs value of imported goods, generally based on the transaction value, for the purpose of calculating duties, taxes, and for customs compliance under WTO and WCO rules.
View termVérification de code
The process of confirming the accuracy and validity of classification codes, such as HS or tariff codes, on customs declarations and shipping documents.
View termVérification de l’Origine
The customs process of confirming the declared country of origin of goods, typically by examining certificates of origin and supporting documentation to verify compliance with preferential or non-preferential trade rules.
View termÉvaluation des risques
Systematic identification, analysis, and evaluation of risks in customs clearance, shipping, storage, and transit to determine mitigation and compliance actions.
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