eATA Carnet

Cross border transactions are going paperless. In 2016, ICC’s eATA concept was endorsed by the World Customs Organization (WCO) ATA/Istanbul Convention Administrative Committee. The eATA Carnet System modernises the ATA Carnet procedure by allowing real-time management of carnets – from issuance and declarations to transactions and claims – boosting traceability and improving efficiency for all stakeholders.ATA Carnet procedures are expected to be fully digital worldwide by 1 January 2028.​

What is the eATA Carnet System? 

The digital ATA Carnet System, also known as the eATA Carnet System, is a suite of digital tools deployed by ICC to digitise the paper-based ATA Carnet procedure. Designed with Customs officers and everyday users in mind, the digital ATA Carnet System consists of:​

• ATA Carnet Core: The central engine and database that all digital components and ensures secure data exchange.

• ATA Carnet Customs: A turnkey web portal enabling Customs officers to verify Carnets and approve digitally declared transactions.

• ATA Carnet App: A secure mobile digital wallet for holders and representatives to carry carnets and prepare declarations. A desktop version is also available to optimise managing multiple carnets.

After a successful pilot phase, ICC was tasked by the World Customs Organization (WCO) ATA/Istanbul Convention Administrative Committee to develop an eATA Global Transition Plan (GTP)nouvelle fenêtre. Customs administrations ready to use the system may shift to a digital ATA Carnet procedure by following the Customs Preparation Guide and readiness checklist.To date, 30 countries (full list below) have communicated their readiness to accept digital carnets and shift to a digital ATA Carnet procedure as of 1 June 2026. More Customs administrations are expected to be ready for eATA by the end of 2027 at the latest.