Customs warehouse with its own agency - comprehensive clearance and storage in one place


Flexible compliant storage without blocking funds.
What sets us apart is our own Alfa Customs Agencywhich allows the customer to handle the entire clearance process at the customs warehouse comprehensively - from import and transit to the storage, separation and onward distribution of the goods.
No queues. No reloading to other points. No intermediaries.

What is a bonded warehouse and how does it work?


Importing goods from outside the EU? You don't have to pay customs duties and taxes right away. Our warehouse with its own Customs Agency allows you to store your goods legally and safely - until you decide to clear them or transport them onwards.

A bonded warehouse (i.e. a type C bonded warehouse) is a place where goods from outside the European Union can be stored without immediate payment of customs duties and VAT.
The goods remain 'under duty suspension' - they are formally still outside the EU customs territory, but physically already in a warehouse in Poland.

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Racks in the bonded warehouse marked with a bonded warehouse sign

What is the storage of goods in a customs warehouse like?

Goods arrive at the warehouse with documents - usually in transit (T1 or CMR)

We register goods in the AIS customs system and warehouse records under customs supervision

Goods are placed in a dedicated customs warehouse area - no customs duty or VAT is payable

Once you have made a decision, we clear the goods or pass them on - for example, in transit or for re-export.

Customs warehouse versus temporary storage warehouse - what is the difference?


Temporary storage warehouse is a short-term solution - goods can only stay there for a maximum of 90 days pending clearance.

Bonded warehouse (bonded warehouse) there is no time limit - the goods can stay as long as you decide.
At Alfa Warehouses we offer both solutions - we can help you choose the right one depending on your needs.

Watch this "Targeted Tips" in which our expert Marcin Szreder explains how customs warehousing works in practice.

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Shelving in a temporary storage facility for the temporary storage of goods prior to clearance
Non-conforming products plate in the goods quality area of the warehouse

Recognised location - efficient check-in without unnecessary delays

For the convenience of our customers we also act as place recognisedapproved by the National Revenue Administration. This means that customs clearance can take place directly at our warehouse, without the cargo having to be transported to a customs office.

This solution is particularly appreciated by importers and exporters who want to speed up formalities and shorten delivery times. Thanks to the permanent presence of customs agents from Alfa Customs Agency on site, we ensure fast and efficient clearance of goods, including under a simplified procedure (e.g. using Article 33a for imports).

A recognised site combined with a bonded warehouse gives our customers complete flexibility - whether the cargo requires temporary storage or immediate clearance and onward transportation.

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Key benefits of the customs warehouse:

  • no need for immediate customs clearance
  • the possibility of continuing the movement of goods under a transit procedure
  • possibility of changing the destination of the goods (e.g. re-export, sale abroad, processing)
  • Full control over inventory through the WMS system
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Non-conforming products plate in the goods quality area of the warehouse

Why use the Alfa customs warehouse?

  • Customs warehouse and temporary storage in one place
  • Own customs agency - clearance, advice, transit
  • Gdansk - close to ports, terminals and main road routes
  • WMS with full registration of goods under supervision
  • Reports, documentation and operation in Polish and English
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Who is the customs warehouse for?

  • For importers who want to:
  • delay the payment of customs duties and VAT
  • hold the goods until a decision on resale is taken
  • consolidate deliveries prior to clearance.
  • For companies exporting further outside the EU:
  • there is no need to market the goods in Poland
  • re-exportation free of duty and tax possible
  • For distributors and forwarders
  • easier management of larger volumes
  • secure buffering of stocks at the EU border
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Goods in the non-registered space of the Alfa Warehouses customs warehouse stored under customs supervision
Customs warehouse with racking and non-racking space for storage of goods under customs supervision

How much does a bonded warehouse cost?

The price depends on:

  • type of goods (palletised / bulk / non-standard),
  • storage lengths
  • possible additional services (repackaging, labelling, inspection)
  • the number of logistic units
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How do we start working together?

It's simple:

1. call us or write to us - tell us what you need.

2. we will prepare a free individual quote.

3 We will agree terms and start storing your goods.

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Custom warehouse Gdansk - see how we operate in practice

If you are looking for a flexible solution for customs clearance and storage of goods, Alfa Warehouses is the ideal place. We also offer temporary storage facility and place recognisedwhich allows us to tailor solutions to your individual supply chain needs.Want to better understand how these procedures work and when it makes sense to use them? Check out the episodes in our series Targeted tips:
🔹 Custom warehouse - how does it work and when does it pay off?
🔹 Recognised place - fast check-in without going to the office
🔹 Temporary storage warehouse - what is it and how does it differ from a customs warehouse?

See also resettlement property procedure carried out in our warehouse