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private customs warehouse

Access to a private customs warehouse is restricted to its operator and authorized business partners – the defining difference from an open customs warehouse, which is available to any approved user.

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Access to a private customs warehouse is restricted to its operator and authorized business partners – the defining difference from an open customs warehouse, which is available to any approved user.

Duties and import VAT remain suspended throughout storage; the liability arises only upon release to free circulation, export, or transfer to another customs procedure.

Typical operators include high-volume importers, distribution centres, and manufacturers that regularly hold dutiable raw materials or semi-finished goods.

Last updated: 18 June 2026Published: 27 January 2026

Source: https://ec.europa.eu/taxation_customs/business/customs-procedures/customs-warehousing_en

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Access to a private customs warehouse is restricted to its operator and authorized business partners – the defining difference from an open customs warehouse, which is available to any approved user. Duties and import VAT remain suspended throughout storage; the liability arises only upon release to free circulation, export, or transfer to another customs procedure. Typical operators include high-volume importers, distribution centres, and manufacturers that regularly hold dutiable raw materials or semi-finished goods. The customs authority retains oversight; the private operator bears responsibility for accurate warehouse management, stock records, and documentation. Exclusive access gives operators tighter control over inventory flows and can simplify day-to-day administration compared with using a shared facility.

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