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Introduction of Fee Obligation for Certain Export Licences by BAFA and BMWK from 2024

  • BAFA and BMWK have introduced a fee obligation for certain export licenses from 1 January 2024.
  • The fee applies to services under the Foreign Trade and Payments Regulation, EU Dual-Use Regulation, and Anti-Torture Regulation.
  • Fees are payable for issuing, extending, and amending individual and collective licenses.
  • No fees are required for decisions under Embargo Regulations, Firearms Ordinance, provision of information, and use of general licenses.
  • Exceptions and exemptions are provided, including no fees for transactions under 5,000 euros and “zero notices.”
  • Reductions are available for temporary export/transfer and collective licenses.

Source: awb-international.com

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