Why training and further education are so important in the customs sector ist❗️

“Lifelong learning” – a buzzword of our time. Even though we all realise that this is completely true, it is a phrase that ultimately receives little attention. We often hear phrases like: “We would like to train everyone, but our budget is only enough for a few.”

In a recent post, I compared customs to the dentist. Regular training is like dental care – cheaper and less painful than the consequences of neglect.

Many people forget that customs duties are taxes, especially in an international context. Errors in customs clearance can have tax consequences, even prison sentences for tax evasion. ⚖️

Most companies are diligent when it comes to taxes, but customs processes are often neglected. This harbours risks for employees and managers. However, customs errors in the context of legal changes are perceived particularly critically by the authorities. This means that not only basic training but also update training is crucial to avoid mistakes, because:

✅ Only those who have the necessary customs knowledge can act flawlessly.

✅ Customs clearance is a competitive factor; mistakes mean economic, criminal and personal risks and consequences.

✅ If something still goes wrong and this is due to a lack of expertise, this can lead to a “super disaster” on the part of the authorities. However, proof of suitable measures can mitigate this.

✅ Rely on qualified training courses based on real expert knowledge instead of dangerous half-knowledge from the internet.

As an employer and manager, you are concerned about cost-efficient measures that do not disrupt ongoing operations due to employee absence and that are customised to the respective level of knowledge. This is exactly what modern remote concepts offer you: effective, efficient, location-independent and flexible.

To stay with the comparison with the healthcare system: Prevention is ALWAYS better than cure!

Also in the area of customs and tax law. 👍🏼

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