# border customs post

*Last updated: 2026-06-26*

> Carriers and freight forwarders encounter the border customs post at the exact point where a consignment crosses a national frontier.

Carriers and freight forwarders encounter the border customs post at the exact point where a consignment crosses a national frontier. Stationed at the physical border crossing, it carries out cargo inspections, processes customs declarations, and collects import duties and other applicable charges. The key distinction from an inland customs office lies in geography: the border customs post operates at the frontier itself, while inland offices handle customs formalities within the country. At busy seaports and airports, several border posts may operate simultaneously to prevent congestion.

**Source:** [https://ec.europa.eu/taxation_customs/business/glossary_en](https://ec.europa.eu/taxation_customs/business/glossary_en)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | border customs post |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 85 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-26 |
| Source | https://ec.europa.eu/taxation_customs/business/glossary_en |

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