Centralised clearance

Who can apply

Centralised clearance is available only to traders who:

  • hold an Authorised Economic Operator for Customs Simplifications (AEOC) authorisation
  • and
  • meet the legal, operational and compliance standards required under the Union Customs Code.

Traders must demonstrate that they have appropriate internal controls, record-keeping systems and compliance history before an authorisation can be granted. Applications can only be accepted on the Customs Decision System (CDS). Please contact SimplifiedProcedures@revenue.ie before lodging an application in CDS.

Further information

If you require further information on centralised clearance, eligibility, or the application process, you should contact Revenue’s Simplifications Unit at SimplifiedProcedures@revenue.ie

 All technical documents and schema are available at UCC – Automated Import System (AIS) V2 Future Release inc. CCI and National upgrades – Trader Guides.