# Amendment of Import Declarations

*Last updated: 2026-06-16*

> Unlike corrections to private shipping documents, amending an import declaration is a formal administrative act governed by customs law.

Unlike corrections to private shipping documents, amending an import declaration is a formal administrative act governed by customs law. The importer or their customs broker submits a correction request to the competent customs authority for a declaration already lodged, covering data such as commodity codes, quantities, customs values, or countries of origin – provided the goods have not yet been released or selected for examination. In the EU, the procedure falls under the Union Customs Code; most member states process such requests through electronic customs systems. Prompt correction avoids post-clearance duty recovery, financial penalties, and complications for future consignments. This should not be confused with a post-clearance audit initiated by the customs authority itself.

**Source:** [https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/?uri=CELEX%3A32013R0952](https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/?uri=CELEX%3A32013R0952)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | Amendment of Import Declarations |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 114 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-16 |
| Source | https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/?uri=CELEX%3A32013R0952 |

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