does an ICL create new burden of authentication on import authorities?

[monkeypants]

In the paper world, when an importer presents themself to their import customs authority, they also present their paper documents (whatever that means, #4) and make an identity claim, before their goods are released to them. In this situation, possession of the paper documents is an authentication factor that strengthens the identity claim made by the importer.

In a digital future where the document is delivered to the import authority through the ICL, the import authority is already in possession of the document before the importer presents themselves and makes their identity claim. The paper document authentication factor may be removed, so the authentication claim is weaker. To achieve the same level of identity assurance, the import authority may require the remaining authentication factors to be strengthened.

• Is this new authentication burden on import authorities inconvenient?
• Will it detract from adoption of the ICL mechanism from an import customs authority perspective?