AIS V2 (Revised Annex B) and Centralised Clearance Phases 1 and 2

Overview

AIS V1 refers to the current import system that adheres to EUCDM Version 5.1. Revenue will upgrade AIS V1 to primarily align with EUCDM Revised Annex B AIS V2. This introduces a new data set and message structure. We will also be introducing Centralised Clearance at Import (CCI) Phase 1 and Phase 2.

These changes align our electronic import system with the legal requirements legislated for in the Union Customs Code (UCC).

AIS V2 upgrade

This aligns AIS data set and message structure to EUCDM Version 6.2.

Introduction of CCI Phase 1 and Phase 2

This allows authorised economic operators to declare goods in one European Union (EU) Member State (Supervising Member State). These goods can be physically imported in a different EU Member State (Presenting Member State).

Release schedule

We will introduce AIS V2 in two stages as follows:

• Stage 1 - CCI Phases 1 and 2 on 31 December 2025
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• Stage 2 - AIS V2 new data set and new messages (aligned to revised Annex B of UCC) on 30 June 2026.

Key dates

Traders and software providers should note the following key dates:

• Traders Specifications - First published in June 2023 and updated regularly.
• CCI Phases 1 and 2 - Go live on 31 December 2025.
• Public Interface Test (PIT) environment for CCI - Available in September 2025.
• AIS V2 - Go live on 30 June 2026.
• Public Interface Test (PIT) environment for AIS V2 will be available in early 2026.

Automated Import System (AIS) V2 and CCI P1 and P2

Software providers and traders will find the documentation and guides on how to set up their IT systems for the upgraded AIS V2 and Centralised Clearance Phases 1 and 2.

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