# Goods Declaration Reference Number

*Last updated: 2026-06-18*

> Customs authorities assign a Goods Declaration Reference Number (GDRN) to each customs declaration at the point of lodgement, creating a unique identifier that tracks the declaration through every subsequent step: examination, release, document retrieval, and correspondence with the competent office.

Customs authorities assign a Goods Declaration Reference Number (GDRN) to each customs declaration at the point of lodgement, creating a unique identifier that tracks the declaration through every subsequent step: examination, release, document retrieval, and correspondence with the competent office. Freight forwarders, customs brokers, and importers use this number to query declaration status and to match any official queries back to the correct filing. It is the primary key linking the physical consignment to its regulatory record across border agencies and logistics systems.

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

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | Goods Declaration Reference Number |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 83 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-18 |
| Source | https://ec.europa.eu/taxation_customs/business/customs-procedures/declaration_en |

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