If you, as an economic operator, want to transport certain untaxed products, for example alcohol and alcoholic goods, tobacco products or energy products, you need a special permit and registration to participate in the computerised Excise Movement and Control System (EMCS). You record the various transport steps in the system and exchange messages with customs.
IT service providers can carry out the message exchange for you in the IT procedure EMCS. The IT service providers then provide the software required for the message exchange.
To commission an IT service provider, you need approval from the General Directorate of Customs. You must submit an application for this.
The IT service provider must be approved by the Directorate General of Customs. Please note that the IT service provider cannot act as your legal representative vis-à-vis the customs administration.