# customs accompanying documents

*Last updated: 2026-06-16*

> Customs accompanying documents are all papers that travel with goods in cross-border transport and that customs authorities require for clearance.

Customs accompanying documents are all papers that travel with goods in cross-border transport and that customs authorities require for clearance. Core documents include transport records such as the air waybill (AWB), bill of lading (B/L), or CMR consignment note; the commercial invoice stating value and composition; certificates of origin and movement certificates (e.g. EUR.1) for preferential trade schemes; and the ATA Carnet for temporary importation of samples or equipment. The customs broker assembles and verifies these documents and submits them alongside the customs declaration. The precise set required depends on the commodity, the country of origin, and the applicable customs procedure.

**Source:** [https://ec.europa.eu/taxation_customs/business/customs-procedures/customs-documents_en](https://ec.europa.eu/taxation_customs/business/customs-procedures/customs-documents_en)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | customs accompanying documents |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 101 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-16 |
| Source | https://ec.europa.eu/taxation_customs/business/customs-procedures/customs-documents_en |

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