The European Commission has confirmed that Moldova and Montenegro will officially join the Convention on a Common Transit Procedure (CTC) and the Convention on the Simplification of Formalities in Trade in Goods (SAD Convention) on 1 November 2025.

What These Conventions Mean
The Common Transit Convention (CTC) allows goods to move between member countries under a single transit procedure and one electronic customs declaration, making cross-border trade faster and more predictable for businesses across Europe.

The SAD Convention (Single Administrative Document) complements this by standardising customs documentation across member states. It introduces a harmonised customs form for all declarations, helping businesses reduce administrative costs and streamline logistics.

Together, the two conventions simplify documentation and enable the efficient movement of goods under a unified customs system.

Impact on Norway’s Trade and Customs Operations
Starting 1 November 2025, Norwegian operators can switch from the TIR procedure to common transit movements with Moldova and Montenegro, fully managed through the electronic NCTS system.

For Norway, strengthening customs cooperation with Moldova and Montenegro helps to build closer economic ties within the framework of the extended European customs network. As Europe moves toward more digitalised and harmonised customs systems such as the upcoming Digitoll and the new NCTS Phase 6, the inclusion of Moldova and Montenegro in the Common Transit family marks another step toward a fully integrated, border-efficient Europe.