{"id":1347,"date":"2026-01-27T12:47:24","date_gmt":"2026-01-27T11:47:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alfaagencjacelna.pl\/?p=1347"},"modified":"2026-01-27T12:47:25","modified_gmt":"2026-01-27T11:47:25","slug":"wijhars-when-an-inspection-is-compulsory-and-how-to-prepare-for-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/alfaagencjacelna.pl\/en\/wijhars-kiedy-kontrola-jest-obowiazkowa-i-jak-sie-do-niej-przygotowac\/","title":{"rendered":"WIJHARS - when is an inspection compulsory and how to prepare for it?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The marketing of agri-food commodities involves additional obligations that go beyond standard customs clearance. One of the key elements of this process is the control carried out by the <strong>WIJHARS<\/strong>.<br>Its consideration at the right stage has a real impact on the duration of procedures, costs and the fluidity of the entire supply chain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What is WIJHARS and what is its role?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>WIJHARS, or the Provincial Inspectorate for Commercial Quality of Agricultural and Food Articles, is responsible for controlling the commercial quality of selected groups of foodstuffs.<br>In practice, this means verifying that the goods and documentation comply with the applicable regulations, even before the goods are released.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This check does not apply to all products, but for certain commodity groups it is mandatory and must be taken into account in good time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"WIJHARS - when is an inspection compulsory and how to prepare for it?\" width=\"563\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/k9UPsx48vO8?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>When does the obligation to notify the WIJHARS arise?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the key elements of the process is <strong>the moment the goods are declared to the WIJHARS<\/strong>.<br>Notification shall be <strong>even before import clearance is given<\/strong>, which means that control obligations must be recognised as early as the goods receipt or delivery planning stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once the complete set of documents has been submitted, the inspectorate examines the application and takes a decision:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>whether formal verification of the documents will suffice,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>whether it will be necessary to carry out a physical inspection of the goods, for example at the port.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Only after this stage is completed is it possible to proceed smoothly to further customs procedures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What does WIJHARS inspection look like in practice?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The WIJHARS inspection process involves several key steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>to identify whether the goods in question are subject to inspection,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>notification of goods to the competent inspectorate,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>transmission of the required documentation,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the inspectorate's decision on the scope of the inspection,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>possible physical inspection of the goods.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Each of these steps is relevant to the duration of the procedure and the risk of downtime or additional costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why is adequate preparation so important?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lack of prior recognition of the WIJHARS inspection obligation or incomplete documentation can lead to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>stopping the container,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Extension of check-in times,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>additional parking and storage costs,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>unnecessary delays in the circulation of goods.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Taking WIJHARS requirements into account at an early stage allows better planning of the process and avoids unforeseen complications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How does Alfa Customs Agency support the WIJHARS procedures?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At Alfa Customs Agency, the process related to WIJHARS is conducted comprehensively. It includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>identification of the obligation to notify the WIJHARS,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>preparation and verification of documents,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>contact with the inspectorate,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>coordination of further stages of customs procedures.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This ensures that the procedure runs in an orderly and predictable manner, meeting the required deadlines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>WIJHARS and the efficient movement of goods - summary<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>WIJHARS control is an important element in the marketing of selected agri-food commodities. Of key importance is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>proper recognition of the control obligation,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the appropriate moment for notification,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>completeness of documentation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>A well-planned process reduces the risk of downtime and ensures the smoothness of subsequent customs procedures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Do you have questions about WIJHARS or do you want to sort out the formalities before customs clearance? 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