The role and importance of customs representation in Bulgaria

Assoc Prof Dr Momchil Antov
Assoc Prof Dr Momchil Antov
D. A. Tsenov Academy of Economics, Bulgaria
Published 02 Oct 2021
The role and importance of customs representation in Bulgaria
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This article discusses features of customs representation in the EU and focuses on its application in Bulgaria. Do economic operators rely on customs representatives in their dealings with the customs authorities?

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