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 5.2. Revenue will upgrade AIS V1 to primarily align with EUCDM version 6.2 Revised Annex B AIS V2. This introduces a new data set and message structure. We are also 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).

Introduction of CCI Phase 1 and Phase 2

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

You will find further information about CCI and how to apply in Centralised clearance.

Release schedule

We are introducing AIS V2 in two stages as follows:

• Stage 1 - CCI Phases 1 and 2 deployed 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) will be deployed on 30 June 2026.

Note

There will be a migration window of three months for the trade to move from AIS V1 to AIS V2. From 1 October 2026, it will no longer be possible to use AIS V1 to process import declarations.

Key dates

Traders and software providers should note the following key dates:

• Traders Specifications - First published in June 2023 and updated regularly.
• Public Interface Test (PIT) environment for CCI and AIS V2 is now available.
• CCI Phases 1 and 2 - Live on 31 December 2025.
• AIS V2 - Go live on 30 June 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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