Tullitoimistot

Tullitoimistot are the offices or agencies responsible for customs procedures in Finland. The term refers to the facilities and staff that handle declarations, inspections, and clearance of goods as they cross borders. In Finland, the central authority is Finnish Customs (Tulli), and tullitoimistot operate at border points, harbors, airports, and in inland areas to manage the flow of goods and ensure compliance with national and European rules.

Functions and activities include processing customs declarations for import, export, and transit; assessing and collecting duties, taxes, and fees; verifying the classification of goods (HS codes), their origin, and their value; and issuing permits for controlled items such as dual-use goods, agricultural products, and wildlife. Tullitoimistot conduct risk-based inspections and enforcement activities in cooperation with other authorities to uphold border control, taxation, and trade sanctions.

For businesses and individuals, tullitoimistot provide guidance on compliance, assist with electronic declarations, and support the use of online customs services. In Finland, traders typically use an EORI number and the Finnish Customs online platforms to submit required documentation and to monitor compliance.

In the European Union context, tullitoimistot operate within the EU customs framework, coordinating with other member states to facilitate lawful trade while enforcing Union rules and duties. The term tulli itself stems from historical usage meaning duty or toll.

See also: Finnish Customs (Tulli), customs procedure, HS code, EORI, import and export.