# Customs declaration correction

*Last updated: 2026-06-26*

> A customs declaration correction is a formal amendment to a declaration already lodged with the customs authority, used to rectify inaccurate or incomplete particulars before clearance is finalised.

A customs declaration correction is a formal amendment to a declaration already lodged with the customs authority, used to rectify inaccurate or incomplete particulars before clearance is finalised. The declarant—typically a customs broker or freight forwarder—submits the correction while the goods remain under customs control. Once release has been granted, different procedures apply, such as post-clearance amendments or refund claims. Common grounds for correction include incorrect customs values, wrong commodity codes, or erroneous quantities. Within the EU, the procedure is governed by the Union Customs Code; elsewhere, applicable national customs law applies. Corrections resulting in higher duties trigger additional payments; where discrepancies suggest deliberate misstatement, penalties may follow.

**Source:** [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Customs_declaration](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Customs_declaration)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | Customs declaration correction |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 108 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-26 |
| Source | https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Customs_declaration |

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