Assoc Prof Dr Momchil Antov
Assoc Prof Dr Momchil Antov is a lecturer at the Department of Control and Analysis of Economic Activity at the D. A. Tsenov Academy of Economics in Svishtov, Bulgaria. He is the author of over 40 scientific publications in the country and abroad. He lectures on the subjects 'Customs Control', 'Technology of Customs Control', 'Customs Representation', 'Customs Documentation' and others.
He has many years of practical experience in the field of customs representation. He is currently the Director of the Bulgarian National Freight Forwarding Association (NSBS) and Chairman of the Board of the National Organization of Customs Agents (NOCA).
Founder of the specialized customs information portal info.mitnica.com, containing current news and information on the customs and excise legislation applicable in Bulgaria and in the EU.
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Customs clearance and trade compliance in the EU course
By Leonardo Macedo
In the EU, companies - various stakeholders of the international supply chain - report shortage of customs clearance and trade compliance specialists. The overall aim of the course is to fill the gap. This extensive course provides newcomers and cross-functional employees with the knowledge needed to successfully manage compliance and...
EU FTAs: Is EU fully utilising benefits?
The EU has concluded more than 40 free trade agreements (FTAs) with around 80 countries, which supposedly bring significant benefits for trade with partner countries. But is this really the case, i.e. is the EU fully utilising these benefits? This article attempts to assess the application of EU FTAs by...
Competencies of a customs broker: insights from a workshop
Customs matters are complex and little known to the general public. This makes customs brokers an indispensable part of international trade, and with their knowledge they can greatly help their clients. What key competencies should customs brokers have? What additional key skills should they have? And what can we do...
Customs brokers in the EU and their management
It is set out in Article 18 of the Union Customs Code that any person may appoint a customs representative (also called 'customs broker', 'customs agent'). According to the statistics of several EU member states, customs brokers take care of more than 80% of import and export customs declarations. Therefore,...
Customs-competent staff: nice to have or a must?
Customs compliance is full of challenges and ‘surprises’ from counterparties, customs brokers, carriers and other persons involved. Unpredictable risks and conditions are the inevitable companions of international trade. However, there are many areas where companies might keep most of the risks under their control. What are these areas? What should...
Customs broker’s profession: national peculiarities in the EU
The importance of the customs broker’s profession (also called ‘customs representatives’, ‘customs agents’) is growing in the supply chain. In the complex and ever-changing legal, technological, and geopolitical environment, they serve traders, customs and society by acting as a trade compliance checkpoint before submitting data to customs. Knowledge and ethical...
Possibilities for application of e-CMR
The article highlights the trends in Europe regarding the application of electronic CMR consignment notes (e-CMR). Which countries use the e-CMR? Why other countries do not? What are the benefits of using e-CMR for import, export and transit of goods?
A book about customs representation: interview with the author
Customs agents (brokers) play a significant role as intermediaries between importers/ exporters and customs. Dr. Momchil Antov wrote a book on the topic of customs representation. We talk to Mr. Antov about the book, customs developments in Bulgaria and what aspects should traders consider when hiring a customs broker.
Why should importers care to provide quality information to their brokers?
Many importers assume that once they hire a broker, they do not need to take time to understand customs and trade concepts. That can be a risky approach. In this article, we discuss how customs brokers operate in Canada and the EU; and why importers should care to provide quality...
The role and importance of customs representation in Bulgaria
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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Customs brokers in the EU and their management
It is set out in Article 18 of the Union Customs Code that any person may appoint a customs representative (also called 'customs broker', 'customs agent'). According to the statistics of several EU member states, customs brokers take care of more than 80% of import and export customs declarations. Therefore,...
Popular articles
EU FTAs: Is EU fully utilising benefits?
The EU has concluded more than 40 free trade agreements (FTAs) with around 80 countries, which supposedly bring significant benefits for trade with partner countries. But is this really the case, i.e. is the EU fully utilising these benefits? This article attempts to assess the application of EU FTAs by...
Competencies of a customs broker: insights from a workshop
Customs matters are complex and little known to the general public. This makes customs brokers an indispensable part of international trade, and with their knowledge they can greatly help their clients. What key competencies should customs brokers have? What additional key skills should they have? And what can we do...