Extension of the Transition period to the Automated Export System (AES)

The Commission is pleased to announce that the committee in charge has just approved the revised Implementing Regulation on Technical Arrangements (IRTA) containing a provision enabling the extension of the transition period  to the Automated Export System (AES)  until 14 December 2025.

This extension is crucial to avoid serious trade disruptions. It also limits the impact on European businesses exporting goods out of the Union. Thanks to the extension of the transition period, Member States and economic operators will have sufficient time to finalise the migration to AES. 

Due to the extension of the transitional period, Member States and economic operators need to promptly adjust their systems to avoid technical issues and desynchronisation between Member states. DG TAXUD is working closely with the national project managers and is ready to provide assistance.