Judgment on June 24, 2025: Reassessment of Customs Debt Following a Refund Decision

• A customs decision granting a refund is considered favorable under Union Customs Code Articles 27 and 28.
• To reassess the same customs debt after a refund, the customs authority must revoke the favorable decision.
• Article 116 does not override Articles 27 and 28 regarding the revival of customs debt.
• The defendant’s appeal against the Munich Financial Court’s decision is dismissed.
• The defendant bears the costs of the appeal.

Source: bundesfinanzhof.de

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