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Clearing taxable goods through Customs

If you import goods from outside the European Union (EU), you or your agent must complete a customs declaration. This customs declaration must be made electronically using Revenue’s Automated Import System (AIS).

Payment methods - Cash, Deferred and Postponed Accounting

Import Value Added Tax (VAT) and Customs Duty is payable at the point of Import. Payment methods include a deferred payment facility and a cash payment facility.

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Published: 16 January 2025 Print this page

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