CBAFF 10 Week course
This CBAFF Course is held once a week for 10 weeks instead of being done in Blocks. Please contact us on 0800 021 169 or via email training@ivs.co.nz to get booked in
Description
This course is the FIRST OF Ten COURSES RUN ONCE A WEEK FOR 10 WEEKS which are required to obtain the CBAFF UUI Course Certificate.
During this course attendees will learn about the role of a Customs Broker in New Zealand and the main legislation relating to the industry NZ Customs Service, import/export procedures and border biosecurity.
UUI Course – Overall Learning Outcomes
Graduates of this programme will be able to:
- Explain the role, responsibilities, and ethical obligations of customs brokers within New Zealand’s border system and the wider international supply chain.
- Apply knowledge of New Zealand border legislation and regulatory frameworks, including the Customs and Excise Act 2018 and the Tariff Act 1988, to support compliant customs brokerage practice.
- Use the Trade Single Window (TSW) and Joint Border Management System (JBMS) to manage Unique User Identifiers (UUI), organisational access, and the preparation and submission of electronic trade and cargo messages.
- Prepare and process customs entries and related documentation by applying principles of tariff classification, valuation, origin, and preference to determine duty, GST, and eligibility for concessions or refunds.
- Demonstrate compliance with border agency requirements, including Customs, MPI, and CAA, by coordinating goods movement, biosecurity controls, and audit-ready record keeping.
- Identify and manage compliance risks by applying professional judgement, accuracy standards, and best-practice procedures in entry processing, refunds, drawbacks, and Customs account management.
- Operate professionally and ethically, maintaining data integrity, confidentiality, and accountability when acting as a declarant or using a Unique User Identifier.
UUI Programme – Learning Progression Summary
Learners progress through three stages:
- Cognitive: Acquire foundational knowledge of customs brokerage, border agencies, legislation, trade documentation, TSW, tariff classification, valuation, and origin rules.
- Associative: Apply knowledge to realistic scenarios, preparing entries, classifying goods, managing TSW messages, and correcting errors under guidance.
- Autonomous: Operate independently, managing UUI, preparing compliant entries, coordinating with agencies, and handling refunds and accounts while consistently applying professional and compliance standards.
Prerequisites
- At least 12 months working experience in the New Zealand Customs Broking Industry
PLEASE NOTE:
Successful completion of CBAFF UUI courses and passing the exam, is not a guarantee of the issuance of a UUI by NZ Customs - it is one component of NZ Customs' criteria. NZ Customs will not issue a UUI to persons not actively engaged in the industry as the lodgment of Customs entries require linking users to an employer and clients.
FULL PAYMENT IS REQUIRED 7 DAYS PRIOR TO COURSE COMMENCEMENT
What to Bring:
- Calculator
- Customs and Excise Act 2018
- Customs and Excise Regulations 1996 (latest reprint or update)
- Working Tariff Document (IVS have a number of copies for classroom use only)
These are available through government book stores, some libraries or by contacting NZ Customs via corporate-publishing@customs.govt.nz or alternatively you may wish to use the search engine and download/print directly from the NZ Customs website www.customs.govt.nz
What our trainees say
“IVS have been instrumental in assisting me during my time training to obtain my Customs Unique User Identification Pin. Traveling from Dunedin was always going to be a challenge however Erica and her team in the office were very informative and always ensured I was kept up to date with any course changes and ensured my time on the course was enjoyable and comfortable. Janet presented the course in a fun and relaxed environment which ensured 100% focus on the material without the element of boredom creeping in. She made herself accessible between the modules of the course to answer any questions I had which made study outside of the classroom atmosphere a lot easier.
Thank you to all involved at IVS for assisting me to reach my Goal in becoming a Customs Broker”
Paul Nicholls – International Freight Logistics N.Z. Ltd