Lawyer for Customs Law
Customs Law for Businesses & Start-Ups
Customs law is complex – we make it easier for you.
Whether you're a start-up, an SME or a multinational enterprise, cross-border trade involves numerous legal and practical challenges. Mistakes in customs procedures cost time, money – and often valuable business relationships.
Typical Challenges in Customs Law:
- Unclear product classification (tariff classification)
- Missing or incomplete documentation
- Incorrect application of customs procedures
- Rejection of import clearance or seizure of goods
- Difficulties with approvals and special procedures
- Lack of knowledge about customs regulations and reliefs
Our Services – Your Advantage in Customs Matters
Our firm specialises in import and export law and offers comprehensive support in all areas of customs law:
- Advice and assistance with import procedures
- Legal preparation for imports
- Review of customs documentation
- Communication with customs authorities
- Tariff classification & binding tariff information (BTI)
- Product analysis for correct customs classification
- BTI applications for legal certainty
- Support in disputes with customs authorities
- Appeals against BTI decisions
Special Customs Procedures – Simplified and Correctly Applied
We advise on complex procedures and, if required, manage the entire process:
- Transit procedures (e.g. T1 procedure)
- Customs warehousing
- Inward & outward processing
- Temporary admission
- Carnet ATA & Carnet TIR
Legal Support in Customs Disputes
- Assistance with inspections or seizure of goods
- Action against rejected customs declarations or denied import clearance
- Appeals against assessments for import duties, VAT, anti-dumping or countervailing duties
- Representation before customs authorities and initiation of legal remedies
Customs Authorisations & Status – We Handle the Details
- Applications for customs warehousing
- Support with AEO status (Authorised Economic Operator)
- Advice on customs simplifications and special procedures
Why Work With Us?
- Specialists in customs and foreign trade law
- Tailored advice for companies and start-ups
- Fast, solution-oriented support in customs matters
- Long-standing experience with authorities and complex procedures
- Helping you avoid delays, additional charges and penalties
Your contact person
Lawyer Inés Jakob
& Certified Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser
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We welcome your enquiry and are happy to assist!
- When Should I Seek Legal Advice on Customs Law?
As soon as you import or export goods internationally – especially in cases involving complex supply chains, technical products, or uncertainty about tariff classification.
Early legal advice helps prevent delays, fines or back payments. It also allows for a review of potential opportunities to reduce import duties.
- What Is a Binding Tariff Information (BTI) Decision – and Do I Need One?
- What Happens If My Goods Are Seized by Customs or Clearance Is Denied?
- What Are the Benefits of AEO Status (Authorised Economic Operator)?
- What Are Special Customs Procedures and When Are They Useful?
Depending on the purpose of the import, choosing a special customs procedure can be highly beneficial.
The transit procedure (T1) allows for duty-free transport of goods to a designated destination within the EU Single Market.
Inward and outward processing (relevant for manufacturing businesses) enable duty-free processing or repair of goods.
The customs warehousing procedure (important for international traders) allows goods to be stored without incurring import duties or being subject to trade policy measures.
- Can You Assist Us with Applications for Customs Warehousing or Processing Procedures?
- How Can I Ensure That My Goods Are Correctly Classified and Cleared Through Customs?
Accurate tariff classification is crucial for determining customs duties, import taxes, anti-dumping and countervailing duties, and, where applicable, import licences. It may also affect origin determination.
We review your product data, provide classification advice in collaboration with technical experts such as engineers, and, if required, handle the application for Binding Tariff Information (BTI) on your behalf.
- Do You Also Support Start-Ups Importing for the First Time?
