Currently, there is not a major new June announcement regarding Passar 2.0 Imports, but rather an important clarification: The transition is underway, but it is happening gradually.
The Federal Office for Customs and Border Security (BAZG) officially states that the first phases of expansion for Passar 2.0 Imports will be ready for pilot operations starting in the second quarter of 2026. So, it is initially about pilot operations, selected processes, and specific border crossings, not a hard switch for all companies on the same day.
Nevertheless, the topic is significant for importers. Passar 2.0 is set to replace e-dec Import. According to the roadmap, parallel operations will begin in 2026, with complete replacement of e-dec Import scheduled for 2027. For companies, this means: Prepare now, not just right before the end.
The figure of around 27,000 affected companies, based on my review, does not come from a new June announcement from BAZG, but from industry information, including that from FineSolutions. This refers to companies that currently deal with e-dec Import, import documents, assessment notices, or customs software.
Practically, this involves several changes. Instead of the familiar e-dec Import documents, the assessment notice for imports will become more important. Additionally, there will be a transition from the previous ZAZ account to the new business partner ID, abbreviated as GP-ID. Companies must therefore be properly registered in the Federal ePortal.
For many businesses, Passar 2.0 is therefore not just a customs issue. It also affects software, accounting, archiving, document sourcing, responsibilities, and collaboration with customs agents or freight forwarders.
The simple message is: There are apparently no big new June news. But the transition is real, the timeline is in effect, and those who import should now check if their master data, GP-ID, software, and processes are ready.