Answer from EUCBT Editors · reviewed
The EU Customs Authority (EUCA) was created by the customs reform adopted on 16 September 2026 (Regulation (EU) 2026/2108). It is planned to be based in Lille, with some activities starting in 2027.
For small non-EU sellers the effect is indirect: you will not deal with the EUCA yourself, but it is part of the wider reform that also brings the EU Customs Data Hub, which becomes mandatory for e-commerce from 1 July 2028.
Nothing changes in your day-to-day shipping because of the EUCA today. Keep an eye on our EU rule tracker for dates as the reform rolls out.
Reviewed by our editors on 30 Oct 2026. General information, not legal or tax advice. See our EU rule tracker.
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