What is meant by ATLAS import?
The term "ATLAS Import" refers to the electronic customs declaration process within the ATLAS system (Automated Tariff and Local Customs Processing System) of the German Customs Administration. ATLAS is a system for handling customs and foreign trade procedures, allowing for the electronic transmission of import and export documents and the execution of customs procedures. ATLAS Import encompasses the processing of all data required for the import of goods into the EU, including customs declarations, calculation of import duties, and verification of trade documents.
Typical software functions in the area of "ATLAS Import":
- Customs Declaration: Electronic creation and submission of import declarations to customs authorities according to ATLAS requirements.
- Document Management: Management and verification of documents required for import, such as invoices, delivery notes, and certificates of origin.
- Tariff and Duty Calculation: Automatic calculation of applicable import duties, value-added tax, and other fees based on customs tariffs and the value of goods.
- Status Tracking: Real-time tracking of the import declaration and goods through the customs process.
- Error and Warning Notifications: Identification and display of errors or discrepancies in the import declaration and notification to the user for correction.
- ERP Integration: Integration with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems for automatic transfer of order data and updating of inventories.
- Reporting: Creation of reports and analyses of import processes, including statistics and evaluations for internal and external purposes.
- Compliance Management: Ensuring compliance with customs regulations and foreign trade laws, including checking trade restrictions and embargo provisions.
- Archiving: Long-term storage and management of import documents and data for statutory retention periods and audits.