Lille Chosen to Host New EU Customs Authority
The move advances an overhaul of the customs code to modernize how the EU polices goods at its borders.
Overview
- EU governments and lawmakers each shortlisted two cities before negotiators made a joint decision for Lille.
- Lille cited strong transport links and experience handling large goods flows, pledged a near‑term building, and offered to cover upkeep costs.
- The headquarters choice will be written into the final customs reform deal now in its closing phase.
- The new authority will be set up under the European Commission’s 2023 plan to revamp the EU Customs Code.
- This is only the second agency seat picked jointly by Parliament and Council since a court ruling, after the Anti‑Money Laundering Authority in February 2024.