The Four Stages of Export Clearance
Exporting commercial goods from Turkey follows four structured stages: pre-dispatch documentation audit, electronic customs declaration (e-Beyanname) registration via BİLGE, inspection routing (green, yellow, or red lines), and physical vehicle departure at land or maritime borders.
Movement Certificates: A.TR vs EUR.1
Determining whether an A.TR circulation certificate or an EUR.1 movement certificate is required depends entirely on the destination market and product category. Industrial goods moving to the European Union utilize an A.TR certificate under the Customs Union, whereas shipments to the UK, Switzerland, and STA partners require an EUR.1 or origin statement.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are customs inspection control lines in Turkey?
Turkish customs categorizes declarations into four lines: Green (immediate release without physical or document inspection), Yellow (documentary check only), Red (physical cargo inspection and document check), and Blue (post-clearance audit).
Can customs clearance take place at the factory gate?
Yes. Shippers with Authorised Economic Operator (AEO / YYS) status can complete customs clearance directly on their own factory premises.
This guide is for informational purposes only. International customs tariffs and transport regulations are subject to revision; verify requirements with our operations desk prior to shipment.
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