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Starting June 1, 2026, individuals ordering goods from abroad will no longer be able to submit electronic trade declarations using only an identification number. The change was announced by the State Customs Committee through notifications sent to users of the Smart Customs website and mobile application.
Until now, citizens could access the system and declare shipments using a FIN code and password. Under the new rules, this method will no longer be accepted.
How declarations will work under the new rules
From June, electronic trade declarations will only be possible through enhanced digital identification methods:
Asan Imza,
SIMA,
MyGov QR.
An identification number alone will no longer be sufficient to confirm a user’s identity.
Why the rules are changing
Representatives of logistics and courier companies say the previous system – based on a FIN code and password – did not provide a strong level of verification. In some cases, third parties were able to use other people’s data to declare shipments.
The new approach requires that each customs declaration be:
securely linked to a specific individual,
confirmed through a verified digital signature.
Economists note that the move is aimed at strengthening oversight within the customs and tax systems, rather than introducing new import restrictions.
What this means for online shoppers
The duty-free import limit of up to $300 for personal use remains unchanged.
The risk of unauthorized use of personal data for declaring shipments is expected to decrease.
Import operations will become fully personalized, allowing authorities to trace transactions to specific individuals if violations occur.
What citizens are advised to do
The State Customs Committee of Azerbaijan Republic recommends that citizens obtain Asan Imza or SIMA in advance to avoid difficulties when declaring overseas purchases after June 1.
Officials also stress that while security requirements are being tightened, the declaration process itself should remain user-friendly, ideally allowing customs clearance to be completed in just one or two steps.
