# EU Customs Data Model

*Last updated: 2026-06-18*

> Unlike legacy national customs systems with proprietary data formats, the EU Customs Data Model defines a single European standard for structuring and electronically exchanging customs-relevant information between economic operators and the customs authorities of all EU member states.

Unlike legacy national customs systems with proprietary data formats, the EU Customs Data Model defines a single European standard for structuring and electronically exchanging customs-relevant information between economic operators and the customs authorities of all EU member states. It specifies precisely which data fields – such as HS code, consignor, consignee, declared value, and country of origin – must be submitted in which format and sequence. Freight forwarders, carriers, and customs software providers align their systems and interfaces with this model. It forms a cornerstone of the EU's digital customs reform, enabling automated processing of declarations, systematic risk profiling, and machine-driven compliance checks across all border points.

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

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | EU Customs Data Model |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 107 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-18 |
| Source | https://ec.europa.eu/taxation_customs/business/customs-procedures/eu-customs-data-model_en |

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