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      AGS to DMS– Simplify the transition, ensure compliance

      As the rather lengthy transition from AGS to DMS continues for Dutch Customs, we are keeping you informed of the latest updates for the DMS 4.0/4.1 migration. Our DMS Insider Guide tells you everything you need to know about the changes.

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      2024 DMS Insider Guide

      On demand webinar: Don't stress about DMS, let technology do the rest

      Do you have questions regarding the AGS to DMS transition for Dutch customs declarations? Learn from the customs and legal experts in this on-demand webinar as they share how to ensure compliance and be prepared for the new data element requirements. 

       

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      Why is AGS being replaced?

      In order to comply with the Multi-Annual Strategic Plan (MASP) and the accompanying Union Customs Code (UCC) legal requirements, Dutch Customs have been implementing the new declaration system, DMS 4.0, which replaces the existing AGS declaration system. This change requires declarants to use technology-driven processes that can cope with the new, highly automated, real-time declarations. DMS 4.0 is accompanied with a release of DMS 4.1, which is replacing the GPA and SPA processes. C4T is aligned with Dutch Customs to ensure CAS is fully integrated with DMS.

      The key implications of the DMS changes

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      Keep Authorisations?

      Traders that previously used the globalisation possible in the GPA/SPA system in combination with an Entry in the Declarant's Records (EiDR) or a customs warehousing authorisation must choose whether to keep their current customs authorisations or not. This will impact the way in which they will be able to manage their declarations processes.

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      New Data Sets

      DMS forces traders to make use of new data sets aligned with the UCC. The declarations that can be made under this model include all types of import, export, and storage declarations, with the exception of EiDR, and will allow declarants to lodge declarations in real time.

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      Chain Arrangement

      DMS 4.1 allows traders to perform EiDR (IIAA, Inschrijving in de Administratie van de Aangever) declarations with or without the so-called chain arrangement (ketenregeling). These declarations consist of several main elements: the presentation notification (aanbrengbericht), followed by an EiDR and, after 10 days, a supplementary declaration. Throughout the process, an audit file of your stock records must be maintained in a way that is prescribed by customs. DMS requires a different mindset compared to GPA/SPA with slightly different flows. Traders need to know their volumes, think in terms of processes, and be aware that timing is key.  

      element_icon_standard

      Keep Authorisations?

      Traders that previously used the globalisation possible in the GPA/SPA system in combination with an Entry in the Declarant's Records (EiDR) or a customs warehousing authorisation must choose whether to keep their current customs authorisations or not. This will impact the way in which they will be able to manage their declarations processes.

      icon-master-data

      New Data Sets

      DMS forces traders to make use of new data sets aligned with the UCC. The declarations that can be made under this model include all types of import, export, and storage declarations, with the exception of EiDR, and will allow declarants to lodge declarations in real time.

      icon-special-proc

      Chain Arrangement

      DMS 4.1 allows traders to perform EiDR (IIAA, Inschrijving in de Administratie van de Aangever) declarations with or without the so-called chain arrangement (ketenregeling). These declarations consist of several main elements: the presentation notification (aanbrengbericht), followed by an EiDR and, after 10 days, a supplementary declaration. Throughout the process, an audit file of your stock records must be maintained in a way that is prescribed by customs. DMS requires a different mindset compared to GPA/SPA with slightly different flows. Traders need to know their volumes, think in terms of processes, and be aware that timing is key.  

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      Watch our live demo: DMS 4.1 and CAS

      Are you ready for the transition from AGS to DMS? Discover how CAS is facilitatating the change to DMS 4.1 to optimise your trade flows.

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      Prepare for the transition

      Take advantage of our checklist which outlines the five steps you need to follow to prepare for DMS.

      Also available in Dutch:

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      Transition Timing: AGS to DMS

      The schedule of implementing DMS 4.0 has been delayed several times due to a connection issue which was not allowing Customs to send certain duty payment information to the European Commission.  DMS 4.0 (for declarants who make import and export declarations according to the normal procedure) is now completely live. However, the migration to DMS 4.1 (for Permit Holders IIAA) is currently on hold. Dutch customs hopes to have it finalised in the first half of 2024.

      There are certain Special Procedure authorisations that are particularly helpful when trading in the Netherlands, one where you can see a significant return is the Customs or Bonded Warehouse (CWH) authorisation. This authorisation allows either a reduction or complete relief from customs duty and taxes in applicable circumstances. 

      Are you interested in automating your customs declarations? See how CAS does this while also continuously updating in accordance with changing regulations from Dutch customs.

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