Implementation of the Obligatory Logistics Envelope (ELO) at the Smart Border between France and the United Kingdom
11 Mar 2025
The reform of the EU Customs Code is leading to adjustments to the Smart Border process between France and the UK, for both imports and exports. French Customs will deploy the Obligatory Logistics Envelope (ELO - Enveloppe Logistique Obligatoire) in 2025. ELO is complementary to the SI Brexit and ELO will not replace the SI Brexit.
The Obligatory Logistics Envelope (ELO) will be available from 1st April 2025 and will become mandatory on 1st September 2025. From this date, it will be compulsory for drivers to present the barcode linked to ELO when crossing the border.
The ELO will make it possible to :
Ensure that all declarations are correctly submitted and have the correct status at the border;
Simplify the pairing process and reduce manual errors;
Harmonise pairing methods between the UK and France;
Make it easier to cross the border
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