Program overview
The BTS in Customs and Transit at ICEDIS belongs to the Judicial Careers
track and prepares higher technicians to support foreign trade operators in the
preparation and execution of import and export operations.
Graduates master customs clearance procedures, customs regimes, current regulations
and coordination of all actors in the logistics chain (customs, freight forwarders,
carriers, banks, etc.).
Learning objectives
- Complete all preliminary formalities for import and export operations.
- Prepare quotations for import and export (costs, deadlines, routing choices).
- Draft detailed customs declarations for the various customs regimes (release for free circulation, transit, warehousing, etc.).
- Carry out customs clearance of imported and exported goods and arrange removal of goods from customs premises.
- Handle customs disputes and assist operators during inspections and controls.
- Use digital tools and computerized customs management systems.
Target audience
- High school graduates interested in customs, transit and international logistics careers.
- Young professionals wishing to specialize in foreign trade operations.
- Staff members of freight forwarding, transport, logistics or import‑export companies.
- Individuals in career transition towards customs clearance and transit professions.
Indicative curriculum
Module 1: Customs environment & foreign trade
- Introduction to international trade and import‑export operations.
- Organization of the Customs Administration and roles of stakeholders (customs, freight forwarders, operators).
- National and international customs regulations (codes, conventions, agreements).
Module 2: Customs procedures & customs regimes
- Pre‑import and pre‑export formalities.
- Customs regimes (release for free circulation, transit, bonded warehousing, temporary admission, etc.).
- Detailed declarations and clearance procedures for imports and exports.
Module 3: Transit, transport & logistics
- Transit operations: documentation, declaration, quotation, monitoring clearance, removal and delivery.
- International transport (road, sea, air) and selection of transport modes.
- Insurance, transport‑related risks and responsibilities of the various operators.
Module 4: Customs valuation, disputes & digital tools
- Calculation of customs value for imports and exports.
- Customs disputes: offences, penalties, appeals and dispute resolution.
- Computerized customs management systems and digital tools.
Career opportunities
Graduates of the BTS in Customs and Transit can hold technical and operational positions
across the foreign trade chain.
- Customs declarant in freight forwarding and customs brokerage companies.
- Transit officer in commercial, industrial or service companies.
- Foreign trade officer in banks and financial institutions.
- Staff member in public administrations, diplomatic missions and international organizations.
- Consultant or assistant in customs management and international logistics.
Practical information & admission
Admission requirements
- High school diploma (all tracks) or equivalent.
- Application review and/or selection test.
- Strong interest in international trade, logistics and customs procedures.
Teaching methods
- Lectures, tutorials and practical case studies.
- Simulations of customs clearance operations and inspections.
- Internships in freight forwarding, logistics, import‑export companies or customs‑related services.
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