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Outbound NCTS

Outbound NCTS (New Computerised Transit System) is the electronic customs transit procedure used when goods leave the EU customs territory under official supervision.

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Last updated: 26 June 2026Published: 27 January 2026

Source: https://taxation-customs.ec.europa.eu/customs-4/customs-procedures-import-and-export/transit_en

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Outbound NCTS (New Computerised Transit System) is the electronic customs transit procedure used when goods leave the EU customs territory under official supervision. All data – from the transit declaration to the release notification at the office of destination – is exchanged digitally between customs authorities, replacing earlier paper-based transit documents such as the T1. Freight forwarders and customs brokers rely on outbound NCTS to track consignments from the office of departure to the exit point and to obtain proof of proper exportation. The system is mandatory across all EU member states and the associated common transit countries under the Union Customs Code framework.

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⚡ Current 2026

Passar Hub: Everything on the new Swiss customs system

Passar replaces E-dec and NCTS. Passar 1.0 (export) is live, Passar 2.0 (import) starts from Q2 2026. Roadmap, ePortal registration, deadlines and FAQ — all on one page.

Passar 1.0Passar 2.0 → Q2 2026Passar 3.0 → Q2 2027

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