Before you import: BRS, AGRIM, EORI and TRACES

Before you can import or export, a few things have to be in place. An importer from another EU member state cannot simply import through the Netherlands, and rice and other agricultural products require separate registrations. Arranged in advance, none of this holds up a shipment. Arranged too late, the container waits while the clock runs.

BRS number and AGRIM

The BRS number is a registration with the Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO). For agricultural products such as rice an AGRIM authorisation is required as well. We apply for both on your behalf. Allow one to two weeks, so start early.

Customs representation

For the declaration to be filed in your name, the customs broker needs a direct representation authorisation, for import and for export. An importer from another EU member state also needs limited fiscal representation. Both are usually in place within a few working days.

What you arrange yourself

You apply for your EORI number and TRACES registration yourself. We tell you which ones you need.

Read more about registrations and authorisations.