{"id":7615,"date":"2025-03-14T20:02:43","date_gmt":"2025-03-14T19:02:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cbam-abx.dk\/?p=7615"},"modified":"2025-03-18T18:26:12","modified_gmt":"2025-03-18T17:26:12","slug":"denmark-introduces-cbam-authorization-process-for-importers-snippets-from-the-cbam-declarant-portal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cbam-abx.dk\/da\/denmark-introduces-cbam-authorization-process-for-importers-snippets-from-the-cbam-declarant-portal\/","title":{"rendered":"Denmark introduces CBAM Authorization process for importers"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Snippets from the &#8220;CBAM Declarant Portal&#8221;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A major shift is coming for importers, and the clock is ticking. From January 1, 2026, importing CBAM-covered goods without proper authorization will no longer be an option. Failure to comply could mean halted shipments, heavy fines, and significant business disruptions. But what does this process involve, and how can you stay ahead of the game? <br><br>The application window officially opens on <strong>March 28, 2025<\/strong>. According to Danish Business Authority (<a href=\"http:\/\/Who Needs Authorization?  Importers based in Denmark who bring in CBAM-covered goods above a certain threshold must act now. The Danish Business Authority (Erhvervsstyrelsen) has set strict requirements: If you import over EUR 150 worth of these goods, authorization is mandatory.  A proposed simplification suggests a 50-ton annual limit\u2014once this threshold is met, you must comply. Indirect customs representatives are also required to obtain authorization, regardless of volume. Though delegation of tasks is possible, the responsibility remains solely on the importer\u2019s shoulders.  For small importers uncertain about whether they will be affected, authorities recommend waiting until mid-2025 before making a move. However, applications submitted before November 2025 will still be processed before the year\u2019s end.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\"><strong>Erhvervsstyrelsen<\/strong><\/a>) and The Swedish Environmental Protection Agency (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.naturvardsverket.se\/vagledning-och-stod\/cbam\/status-som-godkand-cbam-deklarant\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\"><strong>Naturvardsverket<\/strong><\/a>).<br><br><a href=\"https:\/\/eur-lex.europa.eu\/eli\/reg_impl\/2025\/486\/oj\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"UPDATE: The European Commission's Implementing Regulation (EU) 2025\/486, published on March 17, 2025, sets strict new CBAM compliance rules.\"><strong>UPDATE: The European Commission&#8217;s Implementing Regulation (EU) 2025\/486, published on March 17, 2025, sets strict new CBAM compliance rules.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who Needs Authorization?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Importers based in Denmark who bring in CBAM-covered goods above a certain threshold must act now. The Danish Business Authority (<a href=\"http:\/\/Who Needs Authorization?  Importers based in Denmark who bring in CBAM-covered goods above a certain threshold must act now. The Danish Business Authority (Erhvervsstyrelsen) has set strict requirements: If you import over EUR 150 worth of these goods, authorization is mandatory.  A proposed simplification suggests a 50-ton annual limit\u2014once this threshold is met, you must comply. Indirect customs representatives are also required to obtain authorization, regardless of volume. Though delegation of tasks is possible, the responsibility remains solely on the importer\u2019s shoulders.  For small importers uncertain about whether they will be affected, authorities recommend waiting until mid-2025 before making a move. However, applications submitted before November 2025 will still be processed before the year\u2019s end.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\"><strong>Erhvervsstyrelsen<\/strong><\/a>) has set strict requirements: <strong>If you import over EUR 150 worth of these goods, authorization is mandatory.<\/strong> <strong>A proposed simplification suggests a 50-ton annual limit<\/strong>\u2014once this threshold is met, you must comply. Indirect customs representatives are also required to obtain authorization, regardless of volume. Though delegation of tasks is possible, the responsibility remains solely on the importer\u2019s shoulders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For <strong>small importers <\/strong>uncertain about whether they will be affected, <strong>authorities<\/strong> recommend<strong> waiting until mid-2025 before making a move<\/strong>. However, applications submitted before November 2025 will still be processed before the year\u2019s end.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Step-by-Step Process<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The application window officially opens on <strong>March 28, 2025<\/strong>, and time will be critical. Here\u2019s what you need to do:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Submit your application through the <strong>CBAM registry<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wait for <strong>Erhvervsstyrelsen\u2019s<\/strong> decision on approval<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If approved, your authorization will be logged in the registry<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If rejected, you will be notified with an option to appeal<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Long Will It Take?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Standard review<\/strong>: 120 days<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Early applications (before June 15, 2025)<\/strong>: 180 days<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Small importers (if simplification isn\u2019t adopted by November 1, 2025)<\/strong>: 60 days<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/cbam-abx.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/9.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7629\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cbam-abx.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/9.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/cbam-abx.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/9-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cbam-abx.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/9-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/cbam-abx.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/9-18x10.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Submitting Your Application<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When the system goes live, you will find all necessary links and guidance on the Danish Business Authority\u2019s website. Access requires an <strong>EORI number<\/strong>, which must be obtained through the Danish Customs Agency. Your company will also need to assign specific employee roles to complete the application process efficiently. Additionally, Danish-language instructional videos will be made available to guide you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What You\u2019ll Need to Provide<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Your application must include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Company role<\/strong>: Acting on your own behalf or as a customs representative<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Contact information<\/strong>: Name, email, and phone number<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Company details<\/strong>: EORI number, name, address, and industry classification<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Import estimates<\/strong>: Expected import volume and value for 2025 and 2026<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tax compliance confirmation<\/strong>: A declaration from tax authorities confirming no outstanding debts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Compliance history<\/strong>: A sworn statement that the company and its leadership have not violated customs, tax, or CBAM regulations in the past five years<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Financial details<\/strong>: Revenue, financial standing, and liabilities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Consent<\/strong> for the Business Authority to access your financial records<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/cbam-abx.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/10-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7631\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cbam-abx.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/10-1.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/cbam-abx.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/10-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cbam-abx.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/10-1-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/cbam-abx.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/10-1-18x10.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How the Authorities Will Evaluate Your Application<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Danish Business Authority will assess:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Whether your company is <strong>established in Denmark<\/strong> and has an active business address<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How long your business has been operating (newer businesses may need financial security)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Consistency of your application data with official business registry information<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your company\u2019s <strong>overall regulatory compliance<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your company\u2019s risk level, assessed through an internal risk model<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Financial Security: A Must for New Businesses<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If your company was founded <strong>less than two years ago<\/strong>, you will be required to provide financial security. This security, which must be backed by an <strong>EU-based bank guarantee<\/strong>, covers two years of CBAM certificate costs. Compliance over time will lead to the release of the security deposit. However, should your import levels increase, additional guarantees may be required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Long Does Authorization Last?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Unlike other regulatory permits, CBAM authorization <strong>does not expire<\/strong>. However, if a company <strong>fails to maintain compliance<\/strong>, the Danish Business Authority has the right to revoke its authorization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Consequences of Non-Compliance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>What happens if you fail to obtain authorization by January 1, 2026? The consequences are severe:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Shipments blocked<\/strong>: Danish Customs will stop unauthorized CBAM imports<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Long approval times<\/strong>: It could take up to <strong>120 days<\/strong> to process your authorization, leaving your goods stranded<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fines<\/strong>: The simplification proposal introduces hefty penalties, estimated at <strong>three to five times the fine for failing to submit the required number of CBAM certificates (approx. EUR 100 per certificate)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/cbam-abx.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/11.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7632\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cbam-abx.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/11.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/cbam-abx.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/11-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cbam-abx.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/11-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/cbam-abx.dk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/11-18x10.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stay Informed Every Step of the Way<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Once your application is submitted, you\u2019ll receive an official <strong>confirmation via e-Boks<\/strong>. From 2025 onward, applicants will receive status updates <strong>every three weeks<\/strong>. Once a decision is made, it will be recorded in the <strong>CBAM registry<\/strong>, and you will receive a notification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With the deadline fast approaching, businesses must act decisively. The Danish Business Authority is gearing up for an influx of applications\u2014make sure yours is at the top of the list. Keep your business compliant, avoid costly fines, and ensure uninterrupted imports by preparing now.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sources: <br>Danish Business Authority (<a href=\"http:\/\/Who Needs Authorization?  Importers based in Denmark who bring in CBAM-covered goods above a certain threshold must act now. The Danish Business Authority (Erhvervsstyrelsen) has set strict requirements: If you import over EUR 150 worth of these goods, authorization is mandatory.  A proposed simplification suggests a 50-ton annual limit\u2014once this threshold is met, you must comply. Indirect customs representatives are also required to obtain authorization, regardless of volume. Though delegation of tasks is possible, the responsibility remains solely on the importer\u2019s shoulders.  For small importers uncertain about whether they will be affected, authorities recommend waiting until mid-2025 before making a move. However, applications submitted before November 2025 will still be processed before the year\u2019s end.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\"><strong>Erhvervsstyrelsen<\/strong><\/a>) <br>The Swedish Environmental Protection Agency (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.naturvardsverket.se\/vagledning-och-stod\/cbam\/status-som-godkand-cbam-deklarant\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\"><strong>Naturvardsverket<\/strong><\/a>)<br>DI (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.danskindustri.dk\/vi-radgiver-dig\/virksomhedsregler-og-varktojer\/esg\/lovkrav\/eus-carbon-border-adjustment-mechanism-cbam\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\"><strong>Dansk Industri<\/strong><\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Snippets from the &#8220;CBAM Declarant Portal&#8221; A major shift is coming for importers, and the clock is ticking. From January 1, 2026, importing CBAM-covered goods without proper authorization will no longer be an option. 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