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ATA Carnets
Move eligible professional equipment, exhibition goods and
commercial samples temporarily across borders.
ATA Carnets
Move eligible professional equipment, exhibition goods and
commercial samples temporarily across borders.
What is an
ATA Carnet
An ATA Carnet is an international customs document often described as a passport for goods. It can support temporary export from the UK and temporary import into participating countries without paying import duty and taxes at each border, provided the goods return and the carnet conditions are met.
An ATA Carnet is likely to fit when:
What is an ATA Carnet
An ATA Carnet is an international customs document often described as a passport for goods. It can support temporary export from the UK and temporary import into participating countries without paying import duty and taxes at each border, provided the goods return and the carnet conditions are met.
An ATA Carnet is likely to fit when:
Four checks that prevent avoidable rework
Confirm the requirement and evidence before committing to a form, platform or legalisation route.
Confirm every destination and transit territory on the proposed itinerary accepts ATA Carnets for the intended use.
Check that the goods will return and can be clearly identified by description, serial number or other distinguishing details.
Decide who will present the carnet or digital record and obtain customs validation at every required point.
Allow for any security or guarantee requirement and any separate export control, licensing or transport formalities.
Four checks that prevent avoidable rework
Confirm the requirement and evidence before committing to a form, platform or legalisation route.
Confirm every destination and transit territory on the proposed itinerary accepts ATA Carnets for the intended use.
Check that the goods will return and can be clearly identified by description, serial number or other distinguishing details.
Decide who will present the carnet or digital record and obtain customs validation at every required point.
Allow for any security or guarantee requirement and any separate export control, licensing or transport formalities.
From Requirement to Certified Document
The exact turnaround and certification stages depend on the document, destination and evidence supplied.
Check the route
Build the goods list
Submit and secure
Use and close
From Requirement to
Certified Document
The exact turnaround and certification stages depend on the document, destination and evidence supplied.
Check the route
Build the goods list
Submit and secure
Use and close
Information and evidence
to have ready
Confirm the requirement and evidence before committing to a form, platform or legalisation route.
Detailed goods list with descriptions, quantities, values and identifiers
Countries, customs points and intended itinerary
Holder, representative and freight forwarder details
Security arrangement and supporting authority where required
Practical support
we offer
- Advice on whether a carnet is the right temporary movement route
- Goods-list and itinerary checks before issue
- Paper, digital and mixed-itinerary guidance during the eATA transition
- Destination-specific and multi-country route support
- GMR support for movements under a TVCC-issued carnet
- Practical guidance on endorsements, records and post-travel evidence
Information and evidence to have ready
Confirm the requirement and evidence before committing to a form, platform or legalisation route.
Detailed goods list with descriptions, quantities, values and identifiers
Countries, customs points and intended itinerary
Holder, representative and freight forwarder details
Security arrangement and supporting authority where required
Practical support we offer
- Advice on whether a carnet is the right temporary movement route
- Goods-list and itinerary checks before issue
- Paper, digital and mixed-itinerary guidance during the eATA transition
- Destination-specific and multi-country route support
- GMR support for movements under a TVCC-issued carnet
- Practical guidance on endorsements, records and post-travel evidence
Important before relying on the document COMPLIANCE & ACCEPTANCE CHECKS
- Missing or incorrect customs validations can lead to enquiries or a claim against the carnet holder.
- Digital ATA Carnets entered live use in the UK, EU, Norway and Switzerland from 1 June 2026. Paper and digital processes may coexist during the global transition, so confirm the format for the complete itinerary before travel.
- A carnet does not replace export licences, sanctions checks, product permits, safety documents or carrier requirements.
Resources for ATA Carnets
Plan the itinerary, authority and evidence trail before the carnet is issued, then use the operational guides at each border stage.
ATA Carnet FAQs FAQ guide
ATA Carnet security rate chart Rate chart
ATA Carnet bank guarantee form Security form
Important notes for carnet holders Operating guide
ATA Carnet letter of authority Authority template
Journey and evidence checklist checklist
Countries that accept ATA Carnets Live reference
Resources for ATA Carnets
Plan the itinerary, authority and evidence trail before the carnet is issued, then use the operational guides at each border stage.
ATA Carnet FAQs FAQ guide
ATA Carnet security rate chart Rate chart
ATA Carnet bank guarantee form Security form
Important notes for carnet holders Operating guide
ATA Carnet letter of authority Authority template
Journey and evidence checklist checklist
Countries that accept ATA Carnets Live reference
Practical questions before you submit
ATA Carnets are commonly used for professional equipment, exhibition or trade-fair goods and commercial samples that will be returned. Goods for sale, consumption, processing or repair normally need another customs route.
A carnet is usually valid for up to one year from issue, but the permitted temporary admission period set by a customs authority can be shorter. All movements must be completed and evidenced within the applicable deadlines.
It can often support multiple journeys during its validity, provided there are enough vouchers or digital transactions and the same listed goods are correctly exported, imported and re-exported on each movement.
Yes, where they are named or properly authorised. A letter of authority and access to any digital carnet may be needed, but the carnet holder remains responsible for correct use and evidence retention.
Contact TVCC immediately. A substitute or other remedial evidence may be possible, but acceptance depends on the customs authority. Missing endorsements or proof of re-export can lead to a customs claim.
During the digital transition, the correct format depends on every country and customs office in the itinerary. Paper, digital or mixed processing may apply, so confirm the route before issue and keep screenshots or confirmations for digital movements.
Keep the issued carnet details, goods list, itinerary, authority instructions, customs endorsements or digital confirmations, transport records and any screenshots needed to evidence each movement.
Check the requirements first
Share the destination, the document request, the parties involved and the deadline.
Practical questions before you submit
ATA Carnets are commonly used for professional equipment, exhibition or trade-fair goods and commercial samples that will be returned. Goods for sale, consumption, processing or repair normally need another customs route.
A carnet is usually valid for up to one year from issue, but the permitted temporary admission period set by a customs authority can be shorter. All movements must be completed and evidenced within the applicable deadlines.
It can often support multiple journeys during its validity, provided there are enough vouchers or digital transactions and the same listed goods are correctly exported, imported and re-exported on each movement.
Yes, where they are named or properly authorised. A letter of authority and access to any digital carnet may be needed, but the carnet holder remains responsible for correct use and evidence retention.
Contact TVCC immediately. A substitute or other remedial evidence may be possible, but acceptance depends on the customs authority. Missing endorsements or proof of re-export can lead to a customs claim.
During the digital transition, the correct format depends on every country and customs office in the itinerary. Paper, digital or mixed processing may apply, so confirm the route before issue and keep screenshots or confirmations for digital movements.
Keep the issued carnet details, goods list, itinerary, authority instructions, customs endorsements or digital confirmations, transport records and any screenshots needed to evidence each movement.
Check Requirements First
Other ways we can help you
International Import Certificates
Certificates of Origin
Training Workshops & Events
Other ways we can help you
International Import Certificates
Certificates of Origin
Training Workshops & Events
Apply for an ATA Carnet
Online application through the TVCC eCarnet portal.