The World Customs Organisation (WCO) is delighted to announce that the 20th session of the Virtual Academy for Customs Orientation (VCOA) for English-speaking Customs officers came to a successful close on 13 December 2024. A group of 43 newly recruited Customs officers participated in the 14-week programme run on the CLiKC! platform.
This intensive programme enabled participants to deepen their knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of Customs and familiarize themselves with the WCO instruments and tools used worldwide. Through interactive modules and online training sessions, Customs officers acquired essential skills to excel in their duties.
The WCO would like to thank the eleven WCO accredited experts from the Customs authorities of Cambodia, India, Italy, Lesotho, Mauritius, South Africa, Türkiye and Zambia. Their expertise and dedication were essential in guiding and supporting participants throughout the programme.
We are also pleased to announce that the next VCOA session aimed at French-speaking Customs officers will run from 3 March to 6 June 2025. Eligible French-speaking Customs officers are invited to apply before 14 February 2025. Find out more about the programme and how to apply here.
For more information, please contact capacity.building@wcoomd.org.