C118-5 — section 5
Updated 22 January 2024
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Application for Authorised Economic Operator status
For all forms you will need your Economic Operator Registration and Identification (EORI) number that starts with GB.
To complete this form you will also need the following information.
5.1 Customs competence expert and their professional qualifications and training
Details proving the person in charge of your customs matters has a minimum of 3 years practical experience in that area.
The person responsible for customs matters should be based in the UK, as customs matters should be seen daily and all risks managed in the UK.
If you or the person in charge of customs matters comply with an available quality standard adopted by a European Standardisation body, give details of this quality standard.
If you or the person in charge of your customs matters have received training, give details if it was provided by a:
- customs authority of an EU member state (if your authorisation covers Northern Ireland)
- recognised educational establishment
- recognised professional or trade association