Passar: Check API before customs filing

Praxis

For recurring shipments, a stable checklist prevents repeated mistakes.

This tip is practical orientation and does not replace binding customs advice. Always verify opening hours, procedures, tax rates and permit requirements with the official authorities.

Official orientation

• BAZG Passar
• BAZG e-dec
• BAZG Einfuhrsteuer
• BAZG Tares
• Zoll Deutschland ATLAS

More tips

• Passar: Which records to keep for API
• Passar: Clarify API early to avoid border delays
• Passar: Match API with supplier and consignee data

Updated: 2026-09-14

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