# procedure type

*Last updated: 2026-06-26*

> Distinct from the procedural workflow itself, procedure type denotes the category into which a customs or trade procedure is classified – such as import, export, transit, or customs warehousing.

Distinct from the procedural workflow itself, procedure type denotes the category into which a customs or trade procedure is classified – such as import, export, transit, or customs warehousing. The selected type determines which legal framework applies, what documentation must be submitted, and how duties are assessed. A transit procedure, for instance, allows goods not yet in free circulation to move through a customs territory without incurring duties in the transit country – a fundamental distinction from an import procedure. Freight forwarders and customs brokers declare the procedure type in the customs entry, typically as a four-digit procedure code as specified by the relevant customs authority. Coding errors can trigger delays, post-clearance assessments, or financial penalties.

**Source:** [https://www.duden.de/rechtschreibung/Verfahrensart](https://www.duden.de/rechtschreibung/Verfahrensart)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | procedure type |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 116 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-26 |
| Source | https://www.duden.de/rechtschreibung/Verfahrensart |

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